HS Code 7107
Silver-Clad Base Metals
HS code 7107 covers base metals clad with silver that are in semi-manufactured forms but have not been further worked into finished products.
4-digit Section XIVLCL
HS Code 7107 — Silver-Clad Base Metals
This code includes base metals (like copper or steel) that have been bonded with a layer of silver through mechanical cladding. It only covers these materials in semi-manufactured forms like sheets, bars, or tubes.
What's included
- Silver-clad copper bars
- Silver-clad steel sheets
- Rolled silver plate
- Clad silver tubes
What's excluded
- Value-added silver plating (electroplating) → use
7106(Electroplated silver is generally treated differently than mechanically clad metal.)
Common examples
- Silver-clad copper contact material
- Bimetal silver-steel strip
- Silver-clad wire for electronics
- Mechanical silver-clad plate
Frequently asked questions
What is 'cladding' in this context?
Cladding is a mechanical process where a layer of silver is bonded to a base metal using heat and pressure, distinct from electroplating.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6%
- Documentation: Technical specifications detailing the thickness of the silver layer are helpful.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Germany, Japan, USA
- Top importers: China, Mexico, Thailand
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Key takeaway
Specific to mechanically bonded silver on base metals, mostly for industrial or electrical use.
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