Gold Chloride (Chloroauric Acid)
Gold chloride, or chloroauric acid (HAuCl4), is an inorganic gold compound used in chemical synthesis, photography, and as a precursor for gold nanoparticles. It is a chemically defined compound of gold, falling under tariff item 2843.30.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is colloidal gold rather than a compound
Colloidal precious metals are classified separately in heading 2843.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a detailed safety data sheet (SDS) as gold chloride is corrosive
• Ensure proper packaging for hazardous materials
• Declare the exact gold content for duty calculation
Related Products under Tariff item 2843.30.00
Auranofin
Auranofin is an oral gold-containing pharmaceutical used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. It is an organic compound of gold, specifically a gold-phosphine complex, and is classified under tariff item 2843.30.00 as a gold compound.
Gold(I) Chloride
Gold(I) chloride (AuCl) is a chemically defined inorganic gold compound used as a lab reagent in gold chemistry research and synthesis. It falls under tariff item 2843.30.00 as a gold compound.
Gold(III) Oxide
Gold(III) oxide (Au2O3) is a brown powder used as a catalyst in chemical reactions and in glass coloring. It is an inorganic compound of gold, classified under tariff item 2843.30.00.
Gold Sodium Thiosulfate
Gold sodium thiosulfate (Na3Au(S2O3)2) is a coordination compound used in analytical chemistry and gold plating solutions. It is a chemically defined gold compound, falling under tariff item 2843.30.00.
Potassium Gold Cyanide
Potassium gold cyanide (KAu(CN)2) is a highly toxic gold compound essential for electroplating gold onto electronics and jewelry. It is a chemically defined gold complex, classified under tariff item 2843.30.00.
Sodium Aurothiomalate
Sodium aurothiomalate is an organic gold compound used in injectable treatments for rheumatoid arthritis. It qualifies under tariff item 2843.30.00 as an organic compound of gold, whether chemically defined or not.