Copper Bearing Assembly Scrap from Japan
Scrap from copper bushing and bearing assemblies rejected during automotive production testing, imported for metal recovery processing. Mixed metals and wear damage prevent commercial reuse, qualifying under HTS 9817.00.80.
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%
Import Tips
• Automotive OEM test failure documentation critical
• Bimetallic content analysis confirms copper dominance