Au-Plated Pin Grid Array Scrap
Defective pin grid array packages with gold-plated pins from processor manufacturing, sent for precious metal reclamation. These semiconductor scraps are non-functional electronic waste. HTS 8549.29.00.00 applies to such recovery-focused materials.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processors in glass/metal packages
Intact processor packages classify as electronic integrated circuits.
If other semiconductor devices
Scrap wafers or dice go under semiconductor device headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Document cleanroom scrap status to avoid contamination flags; declare exact gram weights; coordinate with refiners for post-import processing bonds
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Scrap Connectors from Telecom Equipment
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Defective Gold-Plated Semiconductor Test Probes
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Electronic Connector Pin Scrap from Servers
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Scrap RF Connectors with Gold Contacts
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