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.
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 ground to powder form
Powder form (90% through 0.5mm sieve) specifically excluded from this subheading.
If already bonded to electronic components
Assembled electronic parts with gold shift to Chapter 85 electrical machinery.
If alloyed with >2% platinum
Per chapter note 5(a), alloys with 2%+ platinum classified as platinum alloys.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Certify industrial end-use with buyer contracts to confirm non-monetary status
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