Zirconium Chemical Processing Vessel Scrap from Japan
Demolished fragments from zirconium-lined reaction vessels used in corrosive chemical production, hafnium content under 1:500. HTS 8109.31.00.00 covers this as waste and scrap, not articles, due to heavy corrosion and disassembly.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit corrosion analysis and origin certificates to confirm scrap status
• Comply with hazardous waste regs if residues present from chemical exposure