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Gold Electroplating Rack Scrap from Japan

Used titanium racks from gold electroplating baths in electronics manufacturing, clad with thin gold layers. Imported under HTS 7112.91.0100 as metal clad with gold for precious metal stripping and 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

Document cladding method (e.g

electroplating) as it qualifies under metal clad definition

Quantify recoverable gold via XRF analysis to support duty valuation

Check for hazardous chemical residues; may require EPA pre-approval