HS Code for Magnesium scrap

Magnesium waste and scrap are classified under HS code 8104.20. This classification is part of the broader heading 81.04, which encompasses magnesium in various forms. According to the Section XV notes of the Harmonized System, "waste and scrap" refers to metal waste and scrap from the manufacture or mechanical working of metals, and metal goods definitely not usable as such because of breakage, cutting-up, wear, or other reasons. For magnesium, this includes off-cuts from manufacturing processes, discarded magnesium alloy components from the automotive or aerospace industries, and shavings that do not meet the criteria for "graded granules" found in 8104.30. Proper classification requires ensuring the material is intended for recovery of the metal or for use in chemical compounds, rather than being a finished article or a specific powder. The Harmonized System prioritizes the intent and state of the material; if a magnesium part is broken beyond repair and intended for smelting, it must be classified here. This code is vital for the global recycling industry, allowing for the tracking of secondary raw materials as they move toward processing facilities. It is important to note that this code does not include dross or ash from the manufacture of magnesium, which may fall under Chapter 26.

Products Included

• Used magnesium alloy wheels (broken)
• Manufacturing off-cuts and clippings
• Worn-out magnesium engine components
• Unsorted magnesium shavings and turnings
• Discarded magnesium structural frames

Common Misclassification

Magnesium scrap is often misclassified under 8104.30 (granules and powders) if the scrap is in the form of turnings. However, 8104.30 is specifically for turnings "graded according to size." If the turnings are unsorted waste, 8104.20 is correct. It is also confused with 8104.90, which is for "other" articles of magnesium that are still functional.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Magnesium scrap?

The HS code for magnesium waste and scrap is 8104.20.

Does magnesium scrap include manufacturing dross?

No, dross, scalings, and other residues from the manufacture of magnesium are generally classified under heading 26.20, rather than as metal scrap in 8104.20.