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Beryllium Machining Waste

Waste and scrap generated from machining beryllium components, consisting primarily of beryllium shavings and turnings with impurities. Classified under HTS 8112.19.00.00 as 'other' articles and waste of beryllium, distinct from unwrought beryllium in 8112.11.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2620.99.20.00Lower: 38.8% vs 40.5%

If containing significant iron or steel impurities

Slag and ash from beryllium processing with ferrous content shifts to Chapter 26 non-ferrous residues.

7204.49.00Lower: 35% vs 40.5%

If predominantly ferro-beryllium alloy

Alloys with iron over 99% base metal content classified as ferrosilicon/ferroalloys in Chapter 72.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain Certificates of Analysis confirming beryllium content to avoid misclassification as general scrap

• Comply with OSHA and EPA handling requirements for toxic beryllium dust; include Material Safety Data Sheets

• Declare as waste/scrap accurately to prevent reclassification under Chapter 72 ferrous scraps