24 Karat Edible Gold Leaf Sheets
Ultra-thin sheets of pure 24 karat gold, beaten to approximately 0.1 microns thickness, specifically produced for culinary use in desserts and beverages. Classified under HTS 7108.13.10.00 as gold leaf, a semi-manufactured form of nonmonetary gold. Meets chapter note definitions for unwrought or semi-manufactured precious metal products.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in powder form where 90% passes through 0.5mm sieve
Gold powder meeting subheading note criteria for 7106.10 etc. classifies separately from leaf under 7108.11.
If rolled or clad onto base metal backing for industrial application
Becomes metal clad with gold per chapter note 7, shifting to Chapter 71 heading 7115 for other articles.
If cut and assembled into finished jewelry components
Once processed beyond semi-manufactured leaf into articles of personal adornment, falls under heading 7113 per note 9.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity certification (min 99.9% gold) and provide lab assay reports to confirm nonmonetary status and avoid monetary gold restrictions
• For edible use, ensure FDA compliance with food contact regulations; include safety data sheets
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