Gold Anode Slime Residue from Japan
Sludgy residue from gold electrorefining cells containing slime-attached gold particles. Primarily imported for further recovery processing under HTS 7112.91.0100 as gold compound scrap.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify based on soluble gold content assay; must prove recovery principal use
• Handle as hazardous material if acidic; DOT compliance required
• Dry thoroughly to avoid powder subheading shift