Unrefined Gold Dore from Alluvial Deposits from China
Dore from alluvial gold deposits consists of impure gold-silver bars extracted via panning or sluicing, awaiting electrolytic refining. HTS 7108.12.10.20 covers this nonmonetary unwrought dore form, distinct from refined bullion due to its alloyed, semi-processed nature. Primarily imported by refineries for further purification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
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
• Provide detailed export permits from origin country, as many gold-producing nations regulate dore exports under mining laws
• Label shipments clearly as 'dore' with weight percentages to match HTS description and prevent reclassification
• Watch for anti-dumping duties if from specific countries; check USTR lists for quotas on unwrought gold