Metals; gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)

HS v2022 Code: 710812

About metals; gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)

HS code 710812 covers the classification of unwrought gold, excluding gold powder. This code is of significant importance within the precious metals industry, as gold is a highly valuable and widely traded commodity. The global gold market plays a crucial role in the international economy, serving as a store of value, a hedge against inflation, and a key component in various industrial and jewelry applications.

Production process

The production of unwrought gold typically involves mining, extraction, and refining processes. Gold ore is extracted from mines, then undergoes a series of chemical and physical processes to separate the pure gold from other minerals and impurities. This includes smelting, leaching, and electroplating techniques to produce high-purity gold ingots or bars.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of unwrought gold under HS code 710812 include gold-bearing ores and concentrates, as well as various chemicals and equipment used in the refining and smelting processes. Specialized mining and metallurgical machinery, such as crushers, mills, and furnaces, are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 710812 is high-purity unwrought gold, which can be further processed and used in a wide range of applications. This includes the production of 711311 gold jewelry, 711319 other articles of gold, and 711410 gold, including gold plated with platinum, unwrought or semi-manufactured. The gold produced under this code may also be used in 851790 parts of telecommunications equipment, 854411 winding wire, and various other industrial and electronic components.

Revisions to 710812

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 710812. The most recent 1 version of this code (710812) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 710812.

Family tree for metals; gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/71'>71: Natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7108'>7108: Gold (including gold plated with platinum) unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/710812'>710812: Metals; gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/710811'>710811: Metals; gold, non-monetary, powder</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/710813'>710813: Metals; gold, semi-manufactured</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/710820'>710820: Gold, monetary</a>"]

    

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