What is HTS code 2608?

HTS heading 2608 covers zinc ores and concentrates. It sits in Chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 5 tariff lines.

What is the duty rate for HTS 2608?

Duty-free under the general rate. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.

How many digits does a full HTS code have?

US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 2608 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.

Heading 2608

HTS code 2608 — Zinc ores and concentrates

Chapter: 26 — Ores, slag and ash
Tariff lines: 5
General duty: Duty-free under the general rate

Tariff lines under heading 2608

Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.

HTS code	Description	General rate	Unit
2608.00.0010	Copper content (Zinc ores and concentrates)	Free	Cu kg
2608.00.0020	Lead content (Zinc ores and concentrates)	Free	Pb kg
2608.00.0030	Zinc content (Zinc ores and concentrates)	Free	Zn kg
2608.00.0040	Silver content (Zinc ores and concentrates)	Free	Ag g
2608.00.0050	Gold content (Zinc ores and concentrates)	Free	Au g

Documents required to import under 2608

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 is HTS code 2608?: HTS heading 2608 covers zinc ores and concentrates. It sits in Chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 5 tariff lines.
What is the duty rate for HTS 2608?: Duty-free under the general rate. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
How many digits does a full HTS code have?: US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 2608 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.

Tariff lines under heading 2608

Documents required to import under 2608

Common questions

Related headings in Chapter 26