Gold Flakes Semi-Refined

Semi-refined gold flakes from placer mining, 90%+ purity, for further processing. HTS 7108.12.5050 as other unwrought forms, non-powder, non-monetary.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.1%+25.0%29.1%
🇲🇽Mexico4.1%4.1%
🇨🇦Canada4.1%4.1%
🇩🇪Germany4.1%4.1%
🇯🇵Japan4.1%4.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7108.13Lower: 14.1% vs 29.1%

If flake size passes 0.5mm sieve

Qualifies as powder form under subheading note.

2616.90.00Higher: 35% vs 29.1%

If still containing mining impurities

Precious metal ores/concentrates remain in Chapter 26.

7113.20.10.00Lower: 24.5% vs 29.1%

If hammered into gold leaf sheets

Processed leaf becomes semi-manufactured.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide refining stage documentation distinguishing from ore

Confirm flake aperture exceeds powder sieve limit

Avoid declaring as bullion to prevent 7108.11 reclass