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7106 — Silver (including silver plated with gold or platinum); unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form
Chapter 71: Natural or cultured pearls; precious stones
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 7106 when importing silver, whether in powder form or as unwrought or semi-manufactured silver. For example, if you're bringing in silver powder for use in electronics, this is the heading to consider.
Choosing the right subheading under HS-4 7106 is crucial. For instance, if your shipment consists of unwrought silver bars, you should classify it under HS-6 710691. However, if you have silver powder, HS-6 710610 is the correct choice.
If your product is semi-manufactured silver, such as silver sheets or wire, you would use HS-6 710692. Understanding the differences between these subheadings helps ensure compliance and accurate duty calculations.
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HS-4 7106 · silver powder classification · unwrought silver · semi-manufactured silver · silver import codes · silver trading regulations · HS-6 subheadings · silver products · importing silver · silver duty rates · silver jewelry materials · precious metal classifications
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Silver powder for electronics or jewelry making (HS-6 710610)
- Unwrought silver bars or ingots (HS-6 710691)
- Semi-manufactured silver sheets or wires (HS-6 710692)
- Silver-plated items that do not fall under this heading
- Recycled silver in any of the specified forms
Common questions
How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.
- What is the HS code for silver powder?
- How to classify unwrought silver?
- What are the subheadings for silver imports?
- Is silver plated with gold classified under HS-4 7106?
- What documents are needed for importing silver?
- How do I determine the right HS-6 code for silver?
Related topics
Longer phrases that come up when you're comparing codes or talking to a broker.
- how to classify silver for import
- differences between silver powder and unwrought silver
- silver import regulations and requirements
- choosing the right HS code for silver products
- understanding silver classifications in trade
- importing semi-manufactured silver items
- silver duty rates for different forms
- how to find HS-6 codes for silver
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What is the difference between HS-6 710610 and HS-6 710691?
- HS-6 710610 covers silver powder, while HS-6 710691 is for unwrought silver, such as bars or ingots.
- Can I use HS-4 7106 for silver-plated items?
- No, HS-4 7106 is specifically for silver in its various forms, not for silver-plated products.
- What documentation do I need for importing silver?
- You typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a certificate of origin or assay certificate.
- How do I know if my silver is semi-manufactured?
- Semi-manufactured silver includes items like sheets, wires, or other forms that are not fully finished products.
- Are there specific duty rates for silver imports?
- Yes, duty rates can vary based on the form of silver and the country of origin, so check with customs for specifics.
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