Zinc Plates for Etching from Mexico
Thick zinc plates prepared as base for chemical etching in printmaking. Classified HTS 7905.00.00.00 as zinc plates over 0.15 mm.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify plate thickness and flatness tolerances
• Avoid ground/polished claims to stay in 7905
• Declare artistic end-use for potential duty relief