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ZA-8 Zinc-Aluminum Alloy Ingots

ZA-8 is a gravity casting zinc alloy ingot with about 91% zinc, 8% aluminum, and trace elements, provided in unwrought form for foundry use. It qualifies under HTS 7901.20.00.00 as zinc predominates and total other elements >2.5%. Commonly used for heavy-duty bearings and hardware.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina3%+25.0%28%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico3%โ€”3%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada3%โ€”3%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany3%โ€”3%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan3%โ€”3%

Alternative Classifications

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

7601.20.90Higher: 35% vs 28%

If higher aluminum content making Al predominant

If aluminum > zinc by weight, classifies as unwrought aluminum alloys.

7902.00.00.00Lower: Free vs 28%

If remelt ingots from scrap with impurities

Zinc waste and scrap includes remelted alloys not suitable for direct alloy production.

2618.00.00.00Higher: 35% vs 28%

If granulated and containing residues

Granulated zinc residues or dross fall under Chapter 26 for mineral products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Submit detailed chemical analysis from accredited labs to substantiate chapter note (b) criteria

โ€ข Ensure ingots are free of casting defects that could lead to parts classification under 7907

โ€ข Monitor EU or other origin quotas that may affect zinc alloy imports

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