Mercury-Contaminated Electrical Switches Scrap
Batch of discarded tilt/mercury switches from appliances and instruments, containing hazardous mercury, bundled for platinum group metal recovery. Directly covered by 8549.21.00.00 mercury-switch provision in precious metal e-waste. High recycling value.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If functional switches without mercury contamination
Working electrical switches classify as new parts under heading 8536
If no mercury but other precious metal content
Absence of listed hazards moves to general precious metal e-waste subheading
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use UN-approved mercury-rated containers; include mercury vapor test results; partner only with TSCA-registered recyclers to meet U.S. import standards
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