Waste and scrap
Titanium and articles thereof, including waste and scrap: > Waste and scrap
Duty Rate (from China)
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 8108.30.00.00
Titanium Turnings from Aerospace Machining
Fine titanium shavings and turnings generated during the precision machining of aerospace components like turbine blades. Classified under HTS 8108.30.00.00 as titanium waste and scrap due to being byproduct metal residues not suitable for direct reuse without remelting. Excludes alloys where titanium content is less than 99% by weight.
Titanium Borings from Medical Implant Production
Small titanium chips and borings produced during drilling and milling of medical implants such as hip joints and dental screws. Falls under HTS 8108.30.00.00 as pure titanium (>99%) waste unfit for direct fabrication. Medical-grade purity makes it valuable for recycling into new implants.
Titanium Clippings from Sheet Metal Fabrication
Irregular titanium clippings and edge trimmings from shearing and cutting titanium sheets used in chemical processing equipment. HTS 8108.30.00.00 applies to this unalloyed titanium scrap generated in fabrication processes. High recyclability due to clean, uncontaminated nature.
Titanium Machining Swarf from Golf Club Heads
Wet and dry titanium swarf collected from CNC machining of premium golf club heads and golf shafts. Classified as HTS 8108.30.00.00 titanium waste/scrap from sporting goods manufacturing. Often cleaned and melted down for new titanium sporting equipment.
Titanium Scrap from Chemical Reactor Vessels
Cuttings and punchings from fabricating titanium reactor vessels and heat exchangers for corrosive chemical processing. HTS 8108.30.00.00 covers this pure titanium waste from heavy industrial applications. Resistant properties make recycled material ideal for new vessels.
Titanium Filings from Bicycle Frame Manufacturing
Fine titanium filings from welding and finishing high-end bicycle frames and handlebars. As unalloyed titanium waste, it fits HTS 8108.30.00.00 for scrap from consumer sporting goods production. Popular for recycling into new bike components.
Titanium Punchings from Desalination Plant Plates
Circular and shaped titanium punchings from perforating plates for seawater desalination evaporators. HTS 8108.30.00.00 for pure titanium scrap from marine industrial equipment. Corrosion resistance drives high recycling demand.
Titanium Crop Ends from Bar Stock
Short crop ends and butt ends sheared from titanium bar stock during sizing for aerospace forgings. Pure titanium waste under HTS 8108.30.00.00, suitable for remelting into new bars. Clean ends command premium scrap prices.
Titanium Sawdust from Surgical Instrument Production
Ultrafine titanium sawdust from bandsaw cutting of surgical scalpels, forceps, and orthopedic tools. HTS 8108.30.00.00 applies to this medical-grade titanium scrap. Requires special handling due to inhalation health risks.
Titanium Trimmings from Power Plant Tubing
End trimmings and slit edges from titanium tubing for steam generators in nuclear power plants. As clean, unalloyed titanium scrap, classified HTS 8108.30.00.00. Nuclear specs ensure ultra-high purity for recycling.