99.99% Pure Gold Granules
High-purity gold granules, typically 99.99% fine, used in jewelry fabrication and electronics. Classified under HTS 7108.12.50 as non-monetary unwrought gold in granular form, not in powder form per subheading note (less than 90% passing 0.5mm sieve). These are irregular small pieces suitable for melting and casting.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 4.1% | +25.0% | 29.1% |
| π²π½Mexico | 4.1% | β | 4.1% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 4.1% | β | 4.1% |
| π©πͺGermany | 4.1% | β | 4.1% |
| π―π΅Japan | 4.1% | β | 4.1% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If intended for monetary use
Monetary gold (bullion, coins for currency) classified separately from non-monetary.
If in powder form
Gold powder where 90%+ passes 0.5mm sieve per subheading note moves to powder subheading.
If gold plated with platinum
Gold with platinum plating changes classification per chapter notes on clad metals.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Provide assay certificates confirming 99.99% purity and non-powder form (90%+ not passing 0.5mm sieve)
β’ Declare as non-monetary use; monetary gold falls under 7108.11
β’ Avoid common pitfall of classifying as semi-manufactured if shaped beyond granules
Related Products under HTS 7108.12.50
Pure Gold Flakes
Thin gold flakes (99.9% pure) mechanically separated, not powdered. Other unwrought form under HTS 7108.12.50 for non-monetary use in gilding and electronics. Irregular flat pieces qualify as unwrought.
24K Gold Nuggets
Natural or refined 24 karat gold nuggets in irregular lump form, weighing 1-10 grams each. Falls under HTS 7108.12.50 as other unwrought non-monetary gold, distinct from bars or powder. Commonly used by jewelers for custom designs.
Gold Pellets for Electronics
Small cylindrical gold pellets (99.95% pure) used in semiconductor bonding wire production. HTS 7108.12.50 covers these as other unwrought non-monetary forms, not powder. Pellets are cast and irregular enough to qualify as unwrought.
Refined Gold Sponge
Porous gold sponge (99.9% pure) produced from chemical precipitation, before final casting. Classified in HTS 7108.12.50 as other unwrought form, non-powder, non-monetary. Used in dental and jewelry alloying.
Investment Gold Shots
Small 1-gram gold shots (99.99% pure) cast for investment or fabrication melting. HTS 7108.12.50 as other unwrought non-monetary gold forms, distinct from standard bars. Popular for small-scale investors and refiners.
Dental Gold Pellets
High-purity gold pellets formulated for dental crown alloys. Non-monetary unwrought under HTS 7108.12.50, other forms. Meets chapter notes for unwrought before alloying/melting in dental labs.