999.9 Fine Gold Bullion Bar from Japan
A rectangular bar of unwrought gold with 99.99% purity, weighing approximately 1 kilogram, used for investment purposes. Classified under HTS 7108.12.1017 as nonmonetary gold bullion in unwrought form, not in powder or semi-manufactured shapes like wire or plate. It meets the criteria for 'other' bullion excluding dore, as it is refined gold without significant impurities.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
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Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify gold purity with assay certificates from accredited refiners to avoid reclassification; declare exact weight and fineness on entry documents; ensure compliance with US Treasury reporting for monetary gold distinctions