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Zinc Ingot Bars

Pure zinc ingot bars, typically cast into rectangular shapes for further processing in metalworking industries. Classified under HTS 7904.00.00.00 as zinc bars containing at least 97.5% zinc by weight, not alloyed. Used primarily for die-casting and galvanizing applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+37.5%41.7%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7901.11.00.00Lower: 26.5% vs 41.7%

If in unwrought form like pigs or slabs

Unwrought zinc (not shaped into bars) falls under Chapter 79 heading 7901 for refined zinc.

7907.00Lower: 15.5% vs 41.7%

If zinc predominates but other elements exceed 2.5%

Zinc alloys shift to heading 7907, as they do not qualify as 'not alloyed' pure zinc.

7228.30Higher: 50% vs 41.7%

If coated onto steel wire as galvanized product

Galvanized steel articles are classified by base material (iron/steel) in Chapter 72, not as zinc wire.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify zinc purity certificate showing at least 97.5% zinc content to meet 'not alloyed' definition and avoid reclassification

• Provide mill test reports confirming bar form and dimensions; common pitfall is mislabeling rods as bars

• Declare exact weight and HS code precisely to prevent valuation disputes during customs inspection