8549.21.00.00/Cadmium-Plated Connector Scrap/Japan

Cadmium-Plated Connector Scrap from Japan

Electrical connectors from aerospace/military electronics with cadmium plating for corrosion resistance, scrapped for gold pins. 8549.21.00.00 for cadmium components destined for metal recovery.

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%

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Import Tips

• Avoid abrasive cleaning preserving Cd layer for declaration; ITAR export controls may apply if military origin; smelter contract essential