Mixed Hazardous Component E-Waste Shred

Shredded electronics mix containing primary cells, lead capacitors, mercury traces, and CRT frit, optimized for precious metal smelting. Broadly covered by multiple 8549.21.00.00 criteria for recovery operations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8549.19.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If shred lacking any listed hazardous elements

Non-hazardous precious metal shred uses general subheading

8479.89.65.00Lower: 20.3% vs 35%

If complete unprocessed machines before shredding

Intact electro-mechanical machines classify under heading 8479

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide shredder output analysis report; use supersacks with liners; monitor dust emissions during unloading

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