Copper Transformer Winding Scrap from Mexico
Copper windings removed from defective electrical transformers, imported for shredding and melting. Insulation contamination and damage prevent reuse, making them suitable only for copper recovery under HTS 9817.00.80 provisions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Transformer manufacturer rejection certification required
• Insulation removal process documentation prevents environmental classification issues
• Avoid misclassification by emphasizing copper article status over electrical scrap