999 Fine Silver Bullion Bar from Japan
A rectangular bar of unwrought silver with 99.9% purity, weighing approximately 1 kg, used for investment purposes. Classified under HTS 7106.91.50.00 as unwrought silver (other than bullion or dore), in a form not further processed beyond casting. It meets chapter note definitions for silver as a precious metal in unwrought form.
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
• Provide assay certificates confirming 99.9% silver purity to avoid reclassification as waste or scrap
• Declare exact weight and form accurately; unwrought bars over 500g may trigger additional valuation scrutiny
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'bullion' which shifts to 7106.91.10.00; use 'ingot' or 'bar' descriptors