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Magnesium Ladder Rung Scrap

Scrap from defective magnesium alloy ladder rungs rejected during quality control. As waste from magnesium articles, it is dutiable under HTS 8104.20.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7308.90Higher: 12.5% vs Free

If considered ladder structures/parts

Intact ladder components may classify under iron/steel structures if assembled.

8543.70Higher: 15.1% vs Free

If electrical conductor scrap

Scrap from electrical magnesium parts goes to Chapter 85.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document rejection reasons with QA reports for scrap verification

• Avoid baling too tightly to prevent misclassification as compressed articles

• Use NAICS codes for recycling to qualify for duty preference programs