7108.12.10.20/Gold Dore Bars from Artisanal Mining/Japan

Gold Dore Bars from Artisanal Mining from Japan

Gold dore bars are semi-refined alloy bars containing gold and silver, typically produced from artisanal small-scale mining operations, with gold content around 60-90%. They are classified under HTS 7108.12.10.20 as 'dore', an unwrought form of nonmonetary gold not yet refined to pure bullion. This semi-manufactured state distinguishes it from fully refined gold.

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
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Import Tips

• Obtain assay certificates verifying gold and silver content to confirm classification as dore and avoid misclassification as refined bullion

• Ensure documentation proves nonmonetary use (e.g

• for refining), as monetary gold falls under different provisions

• Comply with CITES if sourced from regions with endangered species risks in mining; declare origin accurately to prevent penalties