Zirconium Grinding Swarf from Japan
Abrasive-laden swarf from surface grinding zirconium billets for turbine blades. HTS 8109.39.00.00 classifies this contaminated 'other' waste and scrap from precision machining. Requires cleaning before remelt.
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
• Declare abrasive content; may need cleaning cert for recycling approval
• Aerospace sourcing demands ITAR export control checks pre-import