18K Gold Casting Sprues from Japan
Excess gold material from lost-wax casting of jewelry, including sprues, gates, and vents in 18K yellow gold. HTS 7112.91.0100 applies as manufacturing scrap destined for remelting and gold recovery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Bundle with melt tickets showing exact weight and fineness for customs entry
• Prevent oxidation during shipping; use inert atmosphere packaging for purity
• Verify no PGM contamination from mixed casting operations