Dentistry Silver Alloy Ingot from Mexico
Unwrought ingot of silver alloy (70% silver, balance copper) for dental casting alloys. Classified as silver alloy under HTS 7106.91.50.00 per chapter note 5(c) since silver predominates.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Composition certificate mandatory; shows silver >2% for precious metal treatment
• FDA registration if for human use; affects import alert status
• Avoid 'semiprocessed' markings; strictly unwrought casting ingots