HRS §482D-1
Definitions for gold and silver stamping rules
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗This section explains the meaning of words used in this chapter, like what counts as an article, who is a person, what stamped means, what a test is, and what a trademark is.
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The statute, as written — Definitions
A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
As used in this chapter: "Article" or "article of merchandise" means any goods, wares, works of art, commodities, or other things which may be lawfully kept or offered for sale, imported into, or exported from the State. "Person" means an individual, partnership, corporation, or any other form of business enterprise, capable of being in violation of this chapter. "Stamped" means branded, engraved, or printed on the article or upon any sign, tag, card, label, box, package, cover, or wrapper used to encase, enclose, display or promote the article. "Test" means analysis or assay to determine the fineness of the gold, silver, or alloy. "Trademark" shall include any trademark or trade name duly registered under the laws of the United States.
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