Scrap Connectors from Telecom Equipment from Japan
Salvaged gold-plated electrical connectors from decommissioned telecommunications routers and switches, destined for precious metal recovery. These components are electronic scrap, broken or worn, unsuitable for reuse. HTS 8549.29.00.00 applies to such waste principally for gold and silver extraction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit XRF analysis reports confirming precious metal content; comply with TSCA for any flame-retardant materials; segregate from clean metals to prevent reclassification during customs exam