HS 284330

Gold Compounds

U.S. imports of gold compounds (HS 284330) totaled $2.0M in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Gold compounds — including gold chloride, gold cyanide, gold sulfite, and organogold complexes — are critical inputs for electroplating baths, semiconductor bonding, medical diagnostics, and pharmaceutical applications such as injectable gold-based antiarthritics. Classified under a single 10-digit line (2843300000), the high intrinsic value of gold content demands rigorous valuation documentation and metal-content certification at entry. Canada and Germany are the leading US import sources, with the United Kingdom, South Korea, and Japan also among the primary suppliers. The pharmaceutical end use of certain gold compounds may bring them within FDA's purview depending on formulation and intended application.

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Exports

$42.2M

Imports: $2.0M to 8 countries

Surplus of $40.2M (net exporter)

Trade balance: surplus of $40.2M (net exporter)

YTD: $3.2M imported (April 2026)

6 shipments/month

Top Import Sources

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1CANADA$1.9M
96.6%
2

Import Trend (12 months)

Monthly import values over time

Geographic Breakdown

URANIUM ENRICHED IN U235 ETC. PLUTONIUM ETC.

HS 284420

$450.1M

NATURAL URANIUM & COMPOUNDS, ALLOYS & CERAMICS ETC

HS 284410

$242.8M

ANHYDROUS AMMONIA

HS 281410

$116.5M

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is the customs value of gold compounds typically established?

Customs value is based on the transaction value of the compound as a whole, not solely the spot price of the gold content. Importers should document the gold concentration (typically expressed as a percentage by weight) and retain purchase invoices that reflect the full compound price.

What countries account for the largest share of US gold compound imports?

Canada and Germany are the top suppliers, followed by the United Kingdom, South Korea, and Japan. The supplier mix reflects where precious-metal refining and specialty chemical manufacturing capabilities are concentrated.