Unwrought Platinum Sponge
Unwrought platinum sponge, a porous form of platinum produced by chemical precipitation and reduction, with a purity exceeding 99.9% by weight. It is classified under tariff item 7110.11.00 as unwrought platinum, not in powder form, and serves as a raw material for further processing in jewellery, electronics, and chemical industries.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sponge is further processed into semi-manufactured forms like plates or rods
Semi-manufactured platinum is classified under a different subheading.
If the sponge is derived from waste or scrap and not fully refined
Unrefined waste and scrap of platinum fall under heading 71.12.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the sponge is not in powder form (if it passes the 0.5 mm sieve test, it may be classified as powder)
• Keep records of the production process to demonstrate it is unwrought, not scrap
• Check if a permit is required under the Precious Metals Marking Act for purity claims
Related Products under Tariff item 7110.11.00
10 Ounce Platinum Nugget
A 10-troy ounce irregular platinum nugget marketed to investors, pure and unwrought. It falls under tariff item 7110.11.00 as unwrought platinum, not further manufactured.
1 Gram Platinum Nugget Specimen
A 1-gram natural-shaped platinum nugget sold to collectors, unwrought and not manufactured. It falls under tariff item 7110.11.00 for unwrought platinum.
Atomized Platinum Powder for Additive Manufacturing
Gas-atomized spherical platinum powder optimized for selective laser melting, with fineness meeting powder definition. Classified under 7110.11.00 as unwrought platinum powder for aerospace and medical implants.
Cast Platinum Grain
Cast grains or shot of pure platinum used as melting stock for jewelry casting. They are unwrought, not rolled, drawn, or powdered, and thus fall under tariff item 7110.11.00 for unwrought platinum.
Electrodeposited Platinum Powder
Platinum powder produced via electrolytic deposition, high purity unwrought form passing sieve test. Classified under 7110.11.00 for other platinum powders, used in electrical contacts and plating anodes.
Fine Platinum Powder 99.99% Pure
Atomized fine platinum powder with 99.99% purity, used in additive manufacturing and electronics, meeting powder form definition (90% through 0.5mm). Classified under 7110.11.00 as unwrought platinum.