Platinum Sponge from Japan
Porous platinum sponge obtained from precipitation processes, used as an intermediate for further refining into bars or powders. Classified under HTS 7110.19.00.00 as unwrought platinum 'other' form, not meeting the powder sieve definition.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
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
• Include chemical analysis reports proving >99% platinum content; sponge must not be processed into powder
• Declare exact form (sponge vs powder) on commercial invoice to prevent CBP reclassification