HS Code for Scrap beryllium

Beryllium waste and scrap are classified under HS code 8112.13. This classification is governed by Chapter 81, which covers "Other base metals; cermets; articles thereof." Beryllium is a specialized metal often used in aerospace and defense, and its scrap is strictly categorized to distinguish it from unwrought forms or ores. According to Section XV Note 8(a), waste and scrap consist of 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 beryllium, this often includes high-purity residues from precision machining. The classification ensures that the material is treated as a secondary raw material intended for recycling or chemical processing rather than a finished product or a primary raw material like ore. The use of subheading 8112.13 specifically identifies beryllium within the broader 8112 heading, which includes several other rare or specialty metals. Proper classification is essential because beryllium is both high-value and toxic, requiring specific handling and documentation during international transit. The Harmonized System requires that for an alloy to be classified here, beryllium must predominate by weight over any other single metal, following the rules set out in Section XV Note 5.

Products Included

• Beryllium metal shavings and clippings from aerospace component manufacturing
• Discarded beryllium windows used in X-ray equipment
• Broken or worn-out beryllium master alloys where beryllium is the primary metal
• Rejected beryllium structural parts from satellite manufacturing
• Spent beryllium targets used in physical vapor deposition

Common Misclassification

Beryllium scrap is often misclassified under HS code 8112.12, which is reserved for unwrought beryllium. The distinction lies in whether the material is a primary product or a byproduct/end-of-life item. Furthermore, beryllium ores and concentrates are classified under 2617.90. A significant area of confusion involves beryllium copper alloys. If the alloy contains more copper by weight than beryllium, it must be classified as copper scrap under 7404.00, following the rules of Section XV Note 5 regarding the classification of alloys.

FAQ

What is the HS code for scrap beryllium?

The HS code for scrap beryllium is 8112.13.

Does this code include beryllium oxide?

No, beryllium oxide is a chemical compound classified under HS code 2825.90, not as a metallic scrap.