Galvanized Steel Processing Zinc Dross from China
Zinc dross generated during hot-dip galvanizing of steel, skimmed from zinc kettles, mainly zinc oxides and compounds. HTS 2620.19.30.00 applies as non-ferrous slag/residue for industrial metal recovery, per Chapter Note (a). Commonly recycled in secondary zinc smelters.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Conduct particle size analysis if needed, though not directly applicable; focus on zinc assay compliance
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics ore shipments, which could lead to Chapter 26 misrouting
• Partner with certified labs for pre-shipment testing to confirm 'mainly zinc' composition