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Zinc Flashing Strips

Flat zinc strips used in building construction for weatherproofing joints and edges. Falls under HTS 7905.00.00.00 as zinc strip over 0.15 mm thick, often in widths suitable for flashing applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+37.5%40.3%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8302.41.90Higher: 41% vs 40.3%

If cut to length and shape as base metal mountings for buildings

Assembled or shaped fittings for construction classified in Chapter 83.

7901Lower: 15.5% vs 40.3%

If in unwrought form like pigs or blocks

Unwrought zinc, not rolled into plates or sheets, stays in heading 7901.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include chemical composition analysis to confirm zinc predominance per chapter notes

• Label dimensions accurately; strips under 0.15 mm risk foil classification

• Obtain origin certificates to avoid quotas on high-zinc content imports