HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7901.12 – Zinc; unwrought, (not alloyed), containing by weight less than 99.99% of zinc
HS code 7901.12 is the 6-digit subheading for zinc, unwrought, (not alloyed), containing by weight less than 99.99% of zinc. It is used for special High Grade (SHG) Zinc, continuous Galvanizing Grade (CGG) Zinc, prime Western (PW) Zinc, high Grade (HG) Zinc and zinc ingots.
What HS 7901.12 covers
This HS code covers unwrought zinc that is not alloyed, specifically containing less than 99.99% by weight of zinc. This material is a fundamental raw commodity in global trade, serving as the primary input for a vast array of industrial applications. It is crucial for galvanizing steel to prevent corrosion, a process vital for construction, automotive, and infrastructure sectors. It's also used in die-casting, brass production, and the manufacturing of zinc chemicals. Major importers are typically industrial nations with significant manufacturing capabilities, such as China, India, and countries in Europe, while key exporters include primary zinc-producing nations like Australia, Peru, and Canada. Key aspects to consider in trade include the specific purity levels (e.g., Special High Grade, Continuous Galvanizing Grade), adherence to international standards, and the influence of global commodity markets like the London Metal Exchange (LME) on pricing and supply dynamics. The demand for this zinc is closely tied to global economic growth and industrial output.
- Covers
- Special High Grade (SHG) Zinc
- Continuous Galvanizing Grade (CGG) Zinc
- Prime Western (PW) Zinc
- High Grade (HG) Zinc
- Zinc ingots
- Zinc slabs
- Zinc cathodes
- Zinc blocks
- Examples
- Nyrstar SHG Zinc
- Korea Zinc SHG Ingots
- Glencore Zinc Slabs
- Teck Zinc Cathodes
- Hindustan Zinc Ingots
Codes often confused with 7901.12
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 790120 (zinc alloys) if the zinc contains alloying elements, or 790111 (unwrought zinc >= 99.99%) if the purity level is misjudged during classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 790112, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 790112 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Canada $595M 22% of world exports
- 2 Finland $336M 12% of world exports
- 3 Iran* ~$286M 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $787M 27% of world imports
- 2 Türkiye $494M 17% of world imports
- 3 Germany $222M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $3.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 7901.12 2
Brazil splits HS 7901.12 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 7901.12.10 Unalloyed zinc ingots, under 99.99% zincEm lingotes
- 7901.12.90 Other unalloyed zinc, under 99.99% zincOutro
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 79.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7901.12
What is HS code 790112?
HS code 790112 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Zinc; unwrought, (not alloyed), containing by weight less than 99.99% of zinc. This HS code covers unwrought zinc that is not alloyed, specifically containing less than 99.99% by weight of zinc. This material is a fundamental raw commodity in global trade, serving as the primary input for a vast array of industrial applications. It is crucial for galvanizing steel to prevent corrosion, a process vital for construction, automotive, and infrastructure sectors. It's also used in die-casting, brass production, and the manufacturing of zinc chemicals. Major importers are typically industrial nations with significant manufacturing capabilities, such as China, India, and countries in Europe, while key exporters include primary zinc-producing nations like Australia, Peru, and Canada. Key aspects to consider in trade include the specific purity levels (e.g., Special High Grade, Continuous Galvanizing Grade), adherence to international standards, and the influence of global commodity markets like the London Metal Exchange (LME) on pricing and supply dynamics. The demand for this zinc is closely tied to global economic growth and industrial output.
What products fall under HS code 790112?
Special High Grade (SHG) Zinc, Continuous Galvanizing Grade (CGG) Zinc, Prime Western (PW) Zinc, High Grade (HG) Zinc, Zinc ingots, Zinc slabs, Zinc cathodes, Zinc blocks
What are common misclassifications for HS code 790112?
This code can be confused with 790120 (zinc alloys) if the zinc contains alloying elements, or 790111 (unwrought zinc >= 99.99%) if the purity level is misjudged during classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 790112?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 790112 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($595M, 22% of world exports), Finland ($336M) and Iran (about $286M). World exports came to about $2.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 790112?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 790112 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($787M, 27% of world imports), Türkiye ($494M) and Germany ($222M). World imports came to about $3.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 790112 structured?
HS code 790112 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (79) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 790112?
Brazil splits HS code 790112 into 2 NCM codes: 7901.12.10 (Unalloyed zinc ingots, under 99.99% zinc), 7901.12.90 (Other unalloyed zinc, under 99.99% zinc). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.