Silver-Clad Copper Sheet from Japan
A thin copper sheet with a layer of silver affixed by hot-rolling, supplied in semi-manufactured form for electrical contacts. Classified under HTS 7107.00.00.00 as base metal (copper) clad with silver, not further worked than semi-manufactured per Chapter 71 note 7. Meets definition of 'metal clad with precious metal' via mechanical means.
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 cladding method (hot-rolling or similar mechanical) via manufacturer specs to confirm HTS 7107 classification; obtain assay certificate proving silver layer integrity
• Avoid misclassification as silver alloy if silver <2% by weight