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U.S. imports of nickel waste and scrap (HS 750300) totaled $52.7M in April 2026, traded with 31 countries.
Importers of Nickel Waste and Scrap paid $3K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 5.9% on $53K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Nickel Waste and Scrap imports of $52.7M in April 2026 ran 35% above the year-to-date monthly average of $39.0M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRecovered nickel scrap — including turnings, borings, clippings, and end-of-life components from stainless steel, superalloy, and electroplating operations — enters the US under a single tariff line (7503000000) and feeds secondary nickel refining and alloy remelting circuits. The United Kingdom leads US import supply, with Canada and Mexico also significant sources, reflecting the geographic concentration of nickel-intensive manufacturing and recycling infrastructure. Scrap classification requires that the material be fit only for metal recovery and not suitable for direct use as a manufactured article; mixed or contaminated lots may face scrutiny at entry. Exporters and importers alike should retain documentation of the scrap's origin and composition to facilitate both customs classification and downstream refinery acceptance.
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Nickel scrap must be fit only for the recovery of the metal — it should have no utility as a manufactured article in its current form. A worn nickel anode that retains its shape and could be reused as an anode would likely classify as a nickel article rather than scrap. Conversely, fragmented, corroded, or mixed nickel-bearing material with no identifiable article form is properly classified as scrap. The key test is whether the material's only practical use is remelting or chemical recovery.
While nickel scrap itself is not subject to CITES or EPA import permits, some origins may have export restrictions or require certificates of origin attesting to the scrap's lawful generation. Importers sourcing from countries with active trade-remedy orders or Section 301 exposure should verify whether those measures extend to scrap under 7503000000, as coverage can differ from that applied to primary nickel products.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED KINGDOM | $14.6M | $2.5M | -$12.1M |
| CANADA | $6.4M | $2.1M | -$4.3M |
| SINGAPORE | $5.6M | $1.5M | -$4.1M |
| JAPAN | $5.3M | $997K | -$4.3M |
| GERMANY | $5.2M | $355K | -$4.8M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7503000000 | NICKEL WASTE AND SCRAP | $52.7M | 5.91% | $3K |
NICKEL WASTE AND SCRAP
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 7503000000 | NICKEL WASTE AND SCRAP | $9.8M |
NICKEL WASTE AND SCRAP
1.4M kg
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $15.5M | $1.0M | -$14.4M |
| New York | $7.0M | $2.6M | -$4.4M |
| Ohio | $5.6M | $561K | -$5.1M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWARK, NJ | $17.1M | $1.9M | -$15.2M |
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $6.5M | $193K | -$6.3M |
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $4.4M | $519K | -$3.9M |