Section XV · Base Metals · Chapter 79
Zinc and articles thereof
About chapter 79
Chapter 79 covers zinc and articles thereof: refined zinc, zinc alloys and zinc products, widely used for galvanizing steel.
Classification tip: Zinc classification splits mainly by purity grade and alloy composition, which matters because galvanizing-grade zinc and die-casting alloy zinc are priced and traded quite differently.
9 six-digit codes
Zinc; unwrought
3 codes7901.11Zinc; unwrought, (not alloyed), containing by weight 99.99% or more of zinc7901.12Zinc; unwrought, (not alloyed), containing by weight less than 99.99% of zinc7901.20Zinc; unwrought, alloys
Zinc; waste and scrap
1 code7902.00Zinc; waste and scrap
Zinc; dust, powders and flakes
2 codes7903.10Zinc dust7903.90Zinc; powders and flakes
Zinc; bars, rods, profiles and wire
1 code7904.00Zinc; bars, rods, profiles and wire
Zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil
1 code7905.00Zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil
Zinc; articles n.e.c. in chapter 79
1 code7907.00Zinc; articles n.e.c. in chapter 79
More chapters in section XV: Base Metals
Codes and descriptions follow the WCO six-digit Harmonized System nomenclature. National tariff schedules extend these to 8–13 digits and set the actual duty rate, so confirm the full code for your destination country with your customs broker before filing. To copy a code, hover a row and use the copy button; every code has 7901-style dot notation ready for your commercial invoice.
Chapter 79 FAQ
What does HS code chapter 79 cover?
Chapter 79 of the Harmonized System covers: zinc and articles thereof. It belongs to section XV (Base Metals) and contains 6 four-digit headings, 7901–7907.
How many HS codes are in chapter 79?
Chapter 79 contains 6 four-digit headings and 9 six-digit subheadings. Countries subdivide these further (8–13 digits) in their national tariff schedules, so the full national count is larger.
Is HS code 7901 the same in every country?
Yes. The six-digit level of every code in this chapter is harmonised by the World Customs Organization and identical in all member countries. Digits beyond the sixth (for example the US 10-digit HTS or the EU 8-digit CN) are national and set the actual duty rate.
How do I choose the right code within chapter 79?
Work from the four-digit heading down: pick the heading that best matches your product, then the six-digit subheading that matches its material, form or processing. If two codes seem to fit, customs rules (the General Rules of Interpretation) decide, and when in doubt, confirm with your customs broker before filing.