HS Code for Molybdenum scrap

Molybdenum waste and scrap are classified under HS code 810297. This classification is governed by Note 8(a) to Section XV of the Harmonized System, which defines waste and scrap as metallic 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 molybdenum, this includes any byproduct of the machining, grinding, or fabrication process that cannot be used in its current form without being remelted or reprocessed. It is essential to distinguish scrap from unwrought metal; while both may be destined for remelting, scrap is specifically the residue of production or the result of obsolescence. Proper classification under 810297 is vital for environmental regulations and trade statistics regarding recycled materials. The code applies to both pure molybdenum scrap and molybdenum alloy scrap, provided the molybdenum content is the highest by weight among the constituent metals. This ensures that the material is tracked as a secondary raw material within the global circular economy.

Products Included

• Molybdenum turnings and shavings
• Molybdenum milling waste
• Broken molybdenum articles
• Spent molybdenum sputtering targets
• Molybdenum chips and filings

Common Misclassification

Molybdenum scrap is often misclassified as unwrought molybdenum under HS code 810294. The difference is that 810294 refers to primary metal forms like ingots or blocks intended for first-time use, whereas 810297 is for secondary materials derived from waste. It is also sometimes confused with molybdenum ash and residues containing molybdenum (262099), which are chemical residues rather than metallic scrap.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Molybdenum scrap?

The HS code for molybdenum waste and scrap is 810297.

Does this code include spent molybdenum catalysts?

No, spent catalysts containing molybdenum are generally classified under heading 3824 or 2620, depending on their composition, rather than as metallic scrap under 810297.