Mixed Precious Metal Sweeps from Germany
Mixed precious metal sweeps are floor sweepings and shop dust collected from jewelry workshops, containing trace amounts of gold, silver, and platinum alloys. These materials are imported for the recovery of precious metals through refining. Under Chapter 71 Note 5, alloys are classified by the predominant precious metal, and this waste falls under tariff item 7112.99.00 as other waste and scrap.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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Import Tips
• Analyze the sweeps to determine the predominant precious metal by weight, as this affects classification within heading 71.12
• Declare the material as waste for recovery, not as a precious metal article, to avoid higher duties
• Keep detailed records of the refining process and metal content for CBSA audits