Mixed Precious Metal Gravels from Japan
Alluvial placer gravels from Fairbanks district containing fine gold, platinum, and palladium particles. HTS 2616.90.00 covers these unprocessed polymetallic precious sediments. Typically screened and gravity concentrated at destination.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Screen gravels to <2 inch size per customs particle size guidelines for ore classification
• Provide hydraulic mining permits and water rights documentation for source verification
• Use double-lined bulk bags to prevent precious particle loss during double-handling