HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7901.20 – Zinc; unwrought, alloys
HS code 7901.20 is the 6-digit subheading for zinc, unwrought, alloys. It is used for zamak 2, zamak 3, zamak 5, zamak 7 and ZA-8.
What HS 7901.20 covers
This category encompasses unwrought zinc that has been alloyed with other metals, such as aluminum, copper, or magnesium, to enhance specific material properties like strength, hardness, or castability. These zinc alloys are indispensable for die-casting applications, particularly in the automotive, electronics, and construction industries, where the production of complex, high-precision components is essential. Manufacturing hubs with advanced industrial capabilities are typically the major importers, sourcing these alloys from primary zinc producers or specialized alloy manufacturers. Key considerations in the trade of zinc alloys include the precise alloy composition (e.g., various Zamak series), its intended end-use application, and compliance with international standards for casting and mechanical performance. Global demand for these alloys is directly linked to the health of industrial production and the manufacturing of consumer goods requiring durable and intricate metal parts.
- Covers
- Zamak 2
- Zamak 3
- Zamak 5
- Zamak 7
- ZA-8
- ZA-12
- ZA-27
- Zinc-aluminum alloys
- Zinc-copper alloys
- Examples
- Zamak 3 ingots (used by Dynacast)
- ZA-27 alloy (from Nyrstar)
- Chicago White Metal Casting alloys
- Teck Zinc Alloys
Codes often confused with 7901.20
Common mistake. Often confused with 790112 (unwrought, non-alloyed zinc) if the alloying elements are not properly identified, or with 790400 (zinc bars, rods) if the unwrought form is mistaken for a semi-finished product.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 790120, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 790120 in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 13% 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 South Korea $313M 16% of world exports
- 2 Australia $271M 14% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $267M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $306M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $290M 12% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$162M 6.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.4B 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 7901.20 2
Brazil splits HS 7901.20 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
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 7901.20
What is HS code 790120?
HS code 790120 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Zinc; unwrought, alloys. This category encompasses unwrought zinc that has been alloyed with other metals, such as aluminum, copper, or magnesium, to enhance specific material properties like strength, hardness, or castability. These zinc alloys are indispensable for die-casting applications, particularly in the automotive, electronics, and construction industries, where the production of complex, high-precision components is essential. Manufacturing hubs with advanced industrial capabilities are typically the major importers, sourcing these alloys from primary zinc producers or specialized alloy manufacturers. Key considerations in the trade of zinc alloys include the precise alloy composition (e.g., various Zamak series), its intended end-use application, and compliance with international standards for casting and mechanical performance. Global demand for these alloys is directly linked to the health of industrial production and the manufacturing of consumer goods requiring durable and intricate metal parts.
What products fall under HS code 790120?
Zamak 2, Zamak 3, Zamak 5, Zamak 7, ZA-8, ZA-12, ZA-27, Zinc-aluminum alloys, Zinc-copper alloys
What are common misclassifications for HS code 790120?
Often confused with 790112 (unwrought, non-alloyed zinc) if the alloying elements are not properly identified, or with 790400 (zinc bars, rods) if the unwrought form is mistaken for a semi-finished product.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 790120?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 790120 in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($313M, 16% of world exports), Australia ($271M) and Belgium ($267M). World exports came to about $1.9B, 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 790120?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 790120 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($306M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($290M) and Vietnam (about $162M). World imports came to about $2.4B, 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 790120 structured?
HS code 790120 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 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 790120?
Brazil splits HS code 790120 into 2 NCM codes: 7901.20.10 (Zinc alloy ingots), 7901.20.90 (Other unwrought zinc alloys). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.