Chapter 79

HTS codes for zinc

Zinc and articles thereof.

Headings
6
Tariff lines
13
General duty
General duty rates from 1.5% to 4.2%, with 1 duty-free line; 2 lines carry a specific or compound duty

Headings in Chapter 79

Documents required to import Chapter 79 goods

Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.

  • Commercial InvoiceRequired
  • Packing ListRequired
  • Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
  • CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional

    Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500

    Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety

  • Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional

    Required for ocean freight only

    Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port

  • Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional

    Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP

    One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment

  • Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional

    Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries

Common questions

What does HTS Chapter 79 cover?
Chapter 79 of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule covers zinc and articles thereof. It contains 6 four-digit headings and 13 tariff lines.
What is the duty rate for Chapter 79 goods?
General duty rates from 1.5% to 4.2%, with 1 duty-free line; 2 lines carry a specific or compound duty. The rate that applies depends on the specific tariff line and the country of origin — preferential trade agreements can reduce or eliminate the general rate.
How do I find the right HTS code in Chapter 79?
Classification depends on the material, construction, and intended use of the product. Browse the headings on this page, or describe your product in the search box to get a candidate code with its duty rate.