99.99% Pure Gold Granules from Japan
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.
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
• Provide assay certificates confirming 99.99% purity and non-powder form (90%+ not passing 0.5mm sieve)
• Declare as non-monetary use; monetary gold falls under 7108.11
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as semi-manufactured if shaped beyond granules