Gold Chloride (Chloroauric Acid)
Gold chloride, also known as chloroauric acid (HAuCl4), is an inorganic gold compound used in chemical synthesis, photography, and as a precursor for gold nanoparticles. It falls under HTS 2843.30.00.00 as a chemically defined inorganic compound of gold, distinct from precious metals or amalgams.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If supplied as colloidal gold dispersion
Colloidal precious metals like gold nanoparticles in suspension are classified separately from discrete gold compounds.
If in coin or bullion form
Pure gold metal products fall under Chapter 71 for precious metals, not chemical compounds.
If mixed in chemical preparations for retail sale
Gold compounds in mixtures or preparations not chemically defined are reclassified to heading 3824.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and chemical composition via certificate of analysis to confirm classification under gold compounds
• Comply with EPA and TSCA regulations for hazardous chemical imports; include MSDS documentation
• Avoid misclassification as gold metal by ensuring it's in solution or powder form, not bullion
Related Products under HTS 2843.30.00.00
Sodium Aurothiomalate
Sodium aurothiomalate is an organic gold compound used in injectable treatments for rheumatoid arthritis. It qualifies for HTS 2843.30.00.00 as an organic compound of precious metal gold, whether chemically defined or not.
Gold(III) Oxide
Gold(III) oxide (Au2O3) is a brown powder used as a catalyst in chemical reactions and in glass coloring. Falls under HTS 2843.30.00.00 for inorganic compounds of precious metal gold.
Auranofin
Auranofin is an oral gold-containing drug for rheumatoid arthritis treatment, featuring a gold-phosphine complex. Under HTS 2843.30.00.00 as an organic compound of precious metal.
Gold Sodium Thiosulfate
Gold sodium thiosulfate (Na3Au(S2O3)2) is a coordination compound used in analytical chemistry and gold plating solutions. Classified under HTS 2843.30.00.00 for inorganic or organic compounds of gold.
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 imported under HTS 2843.30.00.00 as a chemically defined gold complex.
Tetrachloroauric Acid Solution
Aqueous solution of tetrachloroauric acid (HAuCl4·3H2O) used in etching and nanoparticle synthesis. Classified in HTS 2843.30.00.00 as gold compound, even in solution form.