HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7112.30 – Waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal; ash containing precious metal or precious metal compounds
HS code 7112.30 is the 6-digit subheading for waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal, ash containing precious metal or precious metal compounds. It is used for catalytic converter scrap, dental gold scrap, electronic waste containing gold, silver solder waste and platinum thermocouple scrap.
What HS 7112.30 covers
This HS code encompasses a broad category of waste and scrap derived from precious metals, including gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, as well as metals clad with these precious materials. It also specifically includes ash containing precious metal or precious metal compounds, highlighting the recovery aspect. This trade is crucial for the circular economy, enabling the recycling and reuse of valuable resources. Key players in this market are specialized precious metal refiners, industrial recyclers, and companies involved in processing electronic waste, catalytic converters, and dental scrap. The value of these goods is determined by the precious metal content, requiring sophisticated assaying and refining technologies. Environmental regulations and responsible sourcing are increasingly important considerations for importers and exporters in this sector, as the materials often originate from complex industrial processes or consumer waste streams.
- Covers
- Catalytic converter scrap
- Dental gold scrap
- Electronic waste containing gold
- Silver solder waste
- Platinum thermocouple scrap
- Palladium catalyst residue
- Gold-plated circuit board scrap
- Silver contact scrap
- Examples
- Johnson Matthey (catalysts)
- Umicore (recycling)
- Heraeus (precious metals)
- dental labs
- electronics recyclers
Codes often confused with 7112.30
Common mistake. This code can be confused with more specific codes like 711291 (gold scrap) or 711292 (platinum scrap) if the waste is predominantly a single precious metal, or with 711299 if it's other precious metals but not in ash form.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 711230, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 711230 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 45% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Canada $384M 25% of world exports
- 2 Czechia $280M 18% of world exports
- 3 France $220M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $858M 45% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $487M 26% of world imports
- 3 Czechia $231M 12% of world imports
World total: $1.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 7112.30 3
Brazil splits HS 7112.30 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 7112.30.10 Ash with gold but no other precious metalsQue contenham ouro, mas que não contenham outros metais preciosos
- 7112.30.20 Ash with platinum but no other precious metalsQue contenham platina, mas que não contenham outros metais preciosos
- 7112.30.90 Other ash containing precious metals or compoundsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 71.12 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7112.30
What is HS code 711230?
HS code 711230 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal; ash containing precious metal or precious metal compounds. This HS code encompasses a broad category of waste and scrap derived from precious metals, including gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, as well as metals clad with these precious materials. It also specifically includes ash containing precious metal or precious metal compounds, highlighting the recovery aspect. This trade is crucial for the circular economy, enabling the recycling and reuse of valuable resources. Key players in this market are specialized precious metal refiners, industrial recyclers, and companies involved in processing electronic waste, catalytic converters, and dental scrap. The value of these goods is determined by the precious metal content, requiring sophisticated assaying and refining technologies. Environmental regulations and responsible sourcing are increasingly important considerations for importers and exporters in this sector, as the materials often originate from complex industrial processes or consumer waste streams.
What products fall under HS code 711230?
Catalytic converter scrap, dental gold scrap, electronic waste containing gold, silver solder waste, platinum thermocouple scrap, palladium catalyst residue, gold-plated circuit board scrap, silver contact scrap
What are common misclassifications for HS code 711230?
This code can be confused with more specific codes like 711291 (gold scrap) or 711292 (platinum scrap) if the waste is predominantly a single precious metal, or with 711299 if it's other precious metals but not in ash form.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 711230?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 711230 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($384M, 25% of world exports), Czechia ($280M) and France ($220M). World exports came to about $1.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 711230?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 711230 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($858M, 45% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($487M) and Czechia ($231M). World imports came to about $1.9B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 711230 structured?
HS code 711230 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (71) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 711230?
Brazil splits HS code 711230 into 3 NCM codes: 7112.30.10 (Ash with gold but no other precious metals), 7112.30.20 (Ash with platinum but no other precious metals), 7112.30.90 (Other ash containing precious metals or compounds). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.