International (HS 2022) · Section XIV
Waste and scrap of precious metals; of gold, including metal clad with gold but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals
HS 711291 — Waste and scrap of precious metals; of gold, including metal clad with gold but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals — sits in Chapter 71 (Natural or cultured pearls, precious stones, precious metals). Diamonds, gold, silver, platinum, gemstones, and jewellery. EU importers pay MFN duty plus import VAT at the border; origin-specific trade remedies (anti-dumping, countervailing, safeguards, US Section 301) can stack on top when applicable. Classification disputes are decided by the section + chapter legal notes shown below — these are legally binding interpretation rules, not advisory text. The duty table renders live rates from authoritative tariff sources (EU TARIC, HMRC XI, USITC HTS); cross-country rows compare treatment under five tariff schedules.
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How 711291 is treated in other markets
Same 6-digit international HS base, looked up in each authority's published schedule. Click any country to switch the page to that schedule's view.
| Authority | Code published | MFN duty | VAT / GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| International (HS 2022)viewing | 711291 | — | — |
| United States (HTS) | 7112910100 | Free | 0% |
| European Union (CN) | 71129100 | Free | 21% |
| United Kingdom | 711291 | — | 20% |
| Israel | 711291 | — | 18% |
Rates compiled from USITC, EU Commission TARIC, HMRC, and Israeli Tax Authority public datasets. Verify with the official tariff before declaring.
Sibling codes under 7112
- 711230Waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal; ash containing precious metal or precious metal compounds
- 711291Waste and scrap of precious metals; of gold, including metal clad with gold but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals
- 711292Waste and scrap of precious metals; of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals
- 711299Waste and scrap of precious metals; waste and scrap of precious metals including metal clad with precious metals, other than that of gold and platinum and excluding ash which contains precious metal or precious metal compounds
Recent news affecting Chapter 71 — Natural or cultured pearls, precious stones, precious metals
Tariff changes, sanctions, FTAs, and regulatory updates that touch this product class.
US adds Russia unwrought palladium to anti-dumping duties
The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued final anti-dumping duty determinations on unwrought palladium imports from Russia, effective immediately. This action follows investigation findings and applies to HS Chapter 71 merchandise. Shippers moving Russian palladium into U.S. ports must recalculate landed costs and verify supplier compliance with new duty rates before clearance.
USTR invokes USMCA labor mechanism against Newmont Mexico facility
On 12 June 2026, the US Trade Representative invoked the USMCA Rapid Response Labor Mechanism to challenge alleged denial of workers' rights at Newmont Minera Peñasquito in Zacatecas, Mexico, which produces gold, silver, lead, and zinc and imports auto parts. Following a petition from a Mexican labor union alleging unlawful dismissals and retaliation for union activity, the US has suspended liquidation of unliquidated entries from the facility and requested Mexico conduct a review within 45 days.
US imposes countervailing duties on Russian unwrought palladium
The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued a final affirmative countervailing duty (CVD) determination against unwrought palladium from Russia, finding that countervailable subsidies are being provided to Russian producers and exporters. The investigation covered the period January 1–December 31, 2024. This determination will result in additional duties on Russian palladium imports into the United States, affecting shippers and importers sourcing this critical material from Russia.
US revises anti-dumping timeline for Russian unwrought palladium
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced a revised investigation schedule for anti-dumping duties on unwrought palladium originating from Russia. The Federal Register notice updates the timeline for the ongoing subject investigations, affecting importers and traders of Russian palladium. This development follows broader U.S. trade enforcement efforts and may alter tariff determinations and duty obligations for affected shipments.
US adds anti-dumping duty on Russian unwrought palladium
The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final affirmative determination that unwrought palladium from Russia is being sold in the United States at less than fair value (LTFV). The investigation covered the period from January 1 through June 30, 2025. This determination triggers anti-dumping duties on Russian palladium imports and will affect any shipper importing this material into the US.
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