Foundry Zinc Slabs

Rectangular slabs of casting-grade zinc, non-alloyed and <99.99% zinc, used by foundries for melting into casting pots. Ideal for gravity and low-pressure casting processes. Correctly classified as unwrought zinc under HTS 7901.12.10.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3%+25.0%28%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3%β€”3%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3%β€”3%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3%β€”3%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3%β€”3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7901.12Same rate: 28%

If slabs specifically designated for slab zinc category

Casting-grade zinc has form-specific subheadings within the same purity range.

7901.20.00.00Same rate: 28%

If with alloying elements exceeding chapter note thresholds

Even minor alloying (>2.5% other metals) requires alloyed zinc classification.

2620.19Lower: 10% vs 28%

If as zinc skimmings or zinc dross from casting operations

Processing residues classify as leached slags, not primary unwrought metal.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Obtain zinc content certificates from accredited labs meeting ASTM standards

β€’ Declare exact weight and dimensions; volumetric shipping can inflate duties

β€’ Separate from alloyed zinc in storage to prevent cross-contamination claims