Doré Bar Refining Lead Skim with Gold from Japan
Skim residue from refining impure gold-silver doré bars using lead, mainly lead with gold content for recovery. HTS 2620.29.0050 for such metal-containing residues per chapter scope.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document refining process to confirm residue status; precise gold assay mandatory
• Ensure no retail packaging to avoid Chapter 71
• Check for free trade agreement precious metal exemptions