Silver Grain Shot for Casting from Japan
Small, irregular pellets of unwrought silver (99.9% pure) used by jewelers for melting and casting into molds. Falls under HTS 7106.91.50.00 as other unwrought silver, not in powder form per subheading note (less than 90% through 0.5mm sieve).
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
• Include sieve analysis report proving not 'powder form' to stay in 7106; grains typically 1-3mm qualify
• Label as 'for jewelry fabrication' with MSDS for hazmat if applicable during melting
• Watch for undervaluation claims; market silver spot price often used for appraisal