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Zinc Plates for Etching

Thick zinc plates prepared as base for chemical etching in printmaking. Classified HTS 7905.00.00.00 as zinc plates over 0.15 mm.

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.

7907.00Lower: 15.5% vs 40.3%

If ground or polished

Prepared printing plates in 7907.90.

9701Lower: 12.5% vs 40.3%

If original paintings or artwork

Original art works duty-free under Chapter 97.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify plate thickness and flatness tolerances

• Avoid ground/polished claims to stay in 7905

• Declare artistic end-use for potential duty relief