Zinc Skimmings from Die Casting from China

Zinc skimmings are surface impurities removed from molten zinc in die casting operations, primarily zinc-rich with metal compounds. Classified under HTS 2620.19.30.00 for residues used in industry for zinc extraction or chemical manufacturing, aligning with Chapter Note (a). These are byproducts suitable for recycling.

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

Include detailed origin certificates linking to specific industrial processes like die casting

Report metal content via assay for statistical reporting, avoiding common undervaluation pitfalls

Label clearly to distinguish from finished zinc alloys, preventing reclassification as Chapter 79 goods