HS Code 7112Waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal; other waste and scrap containing precious metal compounds, of a kind uses principally for the recovery of precious metal other than goods of heading 85.49
4 six-digit codes · Heading 12 of 18 in Chapter 71 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 7112 is the customs heading for precious metal scrap, sold on to get the metal back. Use this page to find the right six-digit subheading for gold scrap, platinum scrap, ash and other waste.
Goods answering to “Waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal; other waste and scrap containing precious metal compounds, of a kind uses principally for the recovery of precious metal other than goods of heading 85.49” split into 4 six-digit codes, 711230 through 711299. Each one carries its own customs description, and the exact wording below is what a classification has to match. The heading is number 12 of 18 in Chapter 71, Natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin, which runs to 55 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 7112
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 711230 | Waste and scrap of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal; ash containing precious metal or precious metal compounds |
| 711291 | Waste and scrap of precious metals; of gold, including metal clad with gold but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals |
| 711292 | Waste and scrap of precious metals; of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals |
| 711299 | Waste 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 |
What does HS code 7112 represent
Heading 7112 is a customs tariff classification for metal that is no longer a finished good. It may be broken, worn out or left over from making something. Its main use is the recovery of precious metal, which is why that phrase sits in the official text.
A third group is other waste and scrap that holds precious metal compounds, when it is used mainly for recovery.
Some markets call this the HSN code 7112. The four digits are the same. Chapter 71 is the part of the tariff that holds all precious metals and stones.
How to choose the right 7112 subcode
Each six-digit subheading is a separate door. Ask two questions. First, is the goods ash? If yes, it goes to 711230. If not, ask which metal the scrap is made of.
- Sweepings that contain other precious metals do not belong here.
- The same sweepings rule applies.
- Gold, platinum and ash are excluded.
What is excluded from heading 7112
Silver in raw or semi-manufactured form goes under 7106. Gold in those forms goes under 7108, and platinum goes under 7110. Base metals clad with silver, if not worked beyond semi-manufactured, go under 7107.
Finished items are also outside this heading. Jewellery articles belong in 7113.
Electronic scrap needs care. If you are unsure, test your product description in the HS code classifier before you file.
HS 7112 import export data
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Nearby headings in Chapter 71
- 7106Silver (including silver plated with gold or platinum); unwrought or in…3 codes
- 7107Base metals clad with silver; not further worked than semi-manufactured1 code
- 7108Gold (including gold plated with platinum) unwrought or in semi-manufactured…4 codes
- 7109Base metals or silver, clad with gold, not further worked than…1 code
- 7110Platinum; unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form8 codes
- 7111Base metals, silver or gold, clad with platinum; not further worked than…1 code
- 7113Jewellery articles and parts thereof, of precious metal or of metal clad with…3 codes
- 7114Articles of goldsmiths' or silversmiths' wares and parts thereof, of precious…3 codes
- 7115Articles of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal2 codes
- 7116Articles of natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones…2 codes
- 7117Imitation jewellery3 codes
- 7118Coin2 codes
Who ships under 7112?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 4 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section XIV: Pearls, Precious Stones and Metals; Jewellery, chapters 71–71.
HS Code 7112: common questions
What is HS code 7112?
It also covers other waste with precious metal compounds that is used mainly for recovery. It belongs to Chapter 71.
What is the HS code for gold scrap?
Gold scrap goes under 711291. This includes metal clad with gold.
What is the HS code for platinum scrap?
Platinum scrap goes under 711292. This includes metal clad with platinum.
What goes under HS code 711299?
Ash that contains precious metal is excluded because it has its own code.
Is electronic scrap with precious metal classified under 7112?
Not always. Check your goods against the official wording before you pick a code.
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