Damaged Copper Pipe Fittings for Remelting from Japan
Copper pipe fittings damaged during casting or threading operations, imported solely for remelting. Surface defects and dimensional inaccuracies render them unusable for plumbing without complete remanufacture, qualifying under 9817.00.80.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Foundry damage reports and dimensional inspection failures must accompany entry
• Specify melting furnace compatibility in processing declarations