Rejected Copper Radiator Scrap from Mexico
Copper radiators rejected from automotive production due to manufacturing defects, imported exclusively for shredding, core separation, and copper melting. Cannot be repaired economically for vehicle use, qualifying under 9817.00.80 for metal content recovery processing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Automotive manufacturer rejection certificates essential to prove non-commercial usability
• Declare processing sequence (shredding → separation → melting) with equipment specifications