Zinc; waste and scrap
In plain English
This category covers zinc along with its waste and scrap materials. The classification does not create further divisions for these items, as there is only one subheading that encompasses the entire scope of zinc, waste, and scrap.
6-digit subheadings (1)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
7902.00
Zinc; waste and scrap
Chapter 79 classification notes
Chapter 79 dominated by Chinese / Australian / Peruvian zinc. Galvanising and die-casting are dominant uses.
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Galvanised steel (Chapter 72) vs. zinc articles (79).
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
Binding tariff ruling database