Silver Grain Shot for Casting from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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