Defective Zirconium Ingots from Canada
Zirconium ingots from scrap remelt containing hydrogen pickup and surface defects, unsuitable for nuclear or chemical applications without remelting. Classified HTS 9817.00.90 as defective unwrought zirconium requiring complete remanufacture for metal recovery.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Hydrogen embrittlement test results documenting commercial unfitness
• Supplier process descriptions confirming scrap remelt without purification
• Special handling for nuclear-grade scrap documentation requirements