24K Gold Sponge from Japan
Porous 24 karat gold sponge produced by chemical precipitation, used in dental alloys and plating. HTS 7108.12.5050 covers this unwrought form as non-monetary gold not in powder or bar shape.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
4.1%
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 sponge structure doesn't qualify as powder (90% through 0.5mm sieve)
• Use for industrial declaration; consumer sales may trigger different scrutiny