Sheared Aluminum Sheet Scrap from Japan
Aluminum sheet clippings from fabrication operations, sheared into compact bundles fit only for melting recovery. Processed by shearing to render suitable solely for aluminum content recovery per HTS 9817.00.90 criteria. Cannot be commercially flattened or reused without remelting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document shearing equipment specs and bundle density measurements
• End-user statements confirming exclusive use for melting recovery
• Distinguish from flat sheet remnants still suitable for fabrication