HS Code for Gold powder

Gold powder is classified under HS code 7108.11, which specifically covers non-monetary gold in powder form. This classification is part of Heading 7108, which encompasses gold in various unwrought or semi-manufactured forms. The powder designation is reserved for gold that has been mechanically or chemically processed into fine particles. Under the Harmonized System, the physical state of the metal is a primary determinant for classification. Powder must meet specific particle size requirements defined in the Explanatory Notes to Chapter 71, typically passing through a standard sieve. This code is used for industrial gold powder, decorative gold dust, and gold used in additive manufacturing or electronics, provided it is not prepared as a pigment or paint, which would shift the classification to Chapter 32.

Products Included

• Fine gold dust for industrial applications
• Atomized gold powder for electronics
• Gold flakes used in decorative arts
• Precipitated gold powder
• Spherical gold powder for 3D printing

Common Misclassification

Gold powder is often confused with HS code 7108.12 (unwrought gold in other forms like bars or ingots) or 7108.13 (semi-manufactured gold). Additionally, if the gold powder is mixed with binders or solvents for use as a paint, it should be classified under 3212.90. It is also distinct from colloidal gold, which is classified under 2843.30 as a chemical compound rather than a pure metal powder.

FAQ

What is the HS code for gold powder?

The HS code for non-monetary gold powder is 7108.11.

Is dental gold powder classified here?

No, gold powder specifically prepared for dental use as a filling material is typically classified under HS code 3006.40.