Copper Wire Scrap from Defective Harness Assemblies from Canada
Copper wire recovered from automotive and electrical harness assemblies that were rejected due to manufacturing defects or damage. This scrap is imported specifically for melting and recovery of copper content, as it cannot be used commercially in its current form without remanufacture. Classified under HTS 9817.00.80 as copper articles fit only for metal recovery through melting.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Provide documentation proving the copper scrap originates from defective production runs and cannot be commercially used without melting
• Include certificates of analysis showing copper content and confirmation it's unfit for direct reuse; avoid contamination with non-metallic materials