Gold Chloride (Chloroauric Acid) from Japan
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.
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
• 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