HS Code for Silver plated metal

Silver plated metal, specifically in semi-manufactured forms, is classified under HS code 7107.00. This heading covers base metals clad with silver, provided they have not been worked beyond a semi-manufactured state. Semi-manufactured forms include bars, rods, sections, wire, plates, sheets, and strips. The term "clad" in Chapter 71 implies a mechanical bonding of the silver layer to the base metal, though in many trade contexts, electrolytic plating is also considered under similar headings if the product is intended for further industrial use. If the metal is simply a raw material for further manufacturing and is not yet a finished article like jewelry or cutlery, 7107.00 is the appropriate classification. This code excludes waste and scrap (7112) and finished articles of jewelry (7113). The classification is determined by the physical state of the metal and the thickness of the silver layer, as well as the base metal's identity. According to the Explanatory Notes to heading 7107, the base metal is usually copper, brass, or nickel silver, and the silver is applied to one or both sides. This heading is essential for tracking the trade of industrial materials used in electronics, decorative arts, and specialized manufacturing where the conductivity of silver is required on a more affordable base metal substrate.

Products Included

• Silver-clad copper sheets
• Silver-plated brass wire (semi-manufactured)
• Silver-clad rods and profiles
• Base metal strips clad with silver

Common Misclassification

This product is often misclassified under 7106.92, which covers semi-manufactured solid silver. Another common error is using the base metal's code, such as 7407.10 for copper bars, ignoring the silver cladding which reclassifies the item into Chapter 71.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Silver plated metal?

The HS code for silver plated metal in semi-manufactured form is 7107.00.

What is the difference between silver-plated and silver-clad in HS terms?

In HS terms, "clad" usually refers to mechanical bonding (like rolling), while "plated" often refers to electrolysis. However, for many semi-manufactured items, 7107.00 remains the primary heading for base metals with a silver surface.