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, classifiable 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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a mixture or solution not meeting the definition of a single chemically defined compound
Mixtures of gold compounds may fall under the residual heading for other compounds of precious metals.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Handle with care due to toxicity; provide safety data sheets and proper labelling
• Declare the gold content accurately for valuation
• Verify if the product is subject to controlled substances or hazardous goods regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 2843.30.00
Auranofin
Auranofin is an oral gold-containing drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, consisting of a gold atom coordinated to a phosphine and a thiosugar ligand. As an organic compound of gold, it falls under tariff item 2843.30.00, which covers gold compounds regardless of whether they are chemically defined or not.
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, classifiable under tariff item 2843.30.00 as a gold compound.
Gold(I) Chloride
Gold(I) chloride (AuCl) is a lab reagent used in gold chemistry research and synthesis. It is a chemically defined inorganic compound of gold, falling under tariff item 2843.30.00 for gold compounds.
Gold(III) Oxide
Gold(III) oxide (Au2O3) is a brown powder used as a catalyst in chemical reactions and in glass coloring. It is a chemically defined inorganic compound of gold, classifiable 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.
Sodium Aurothiomalate
Sodium aurothiomalate is an organic gold compound used in injectable treatments for rheumatoid arthritis. It is an organic compound of gold, falling under tariff item 2843.30.00, which covers gold compounds whether or not chemically defined.