About HS Code 790500
This category covers flat-rolled zinc products, including plates, sheets, strip, and foil, which are fundamental materials across numerous industries globally. These forms are highly valued for their inherent corrosion resistance, excellent malleability, and aesthetic appeal, making them suitable for both functional and decorative applications. They are extensively used in construction for roofing, gutters, and architectural cladding, in automotive components, for battery casings, and in printing plates. Importers are typically manufacturers and fabricators that require flat zinc stock for processes such as stamping, forming, or deep drawing operations. Exporters are often large-scale zinc rolling mills with advanced production capabilities. Key trade factors include thickness, width, surface treatment, and specific alloy grades (e.g., zinc-titanium), which collectively determine their suitability for different applications and processing methods, driving demand across various industrial sectors.
Products Under This Code
Zinc roofing sheets, Zinc architectural panels, Zinc battery foil, Zinc printing plates, Zinc strip for coinage, Zinc sheet for gutters, Zinc-titanium alloy sheets, Zinc flashing
Real World Examples
VMZINC architectural zinc, Rheinzink titanium zinc for roofing, EverZinc zinc sheets for batteries, Zintek zinc-titanium sheets, Eramet zinc strip
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 790400 (zinc bars, rods, profiles, wire) if the product form is not clearly flat, or with 790700 (other articles of zinc) if the flat product has undergone significant fabrication beyond simple rolling.
Products Classified Under 7905.00
Industry
This code belongs to the Metals & Metal Products industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, United States, and France are major importers, while Belgium, China, and Canada are significant exporters of zinc plates, sheets, strip, and foil.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 790500?
HS code 790500 covers: Zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil. This category covers flat-rolled zinc products, including plates, sheets, strip, and foil, which are fundamental materials across numerous industries globally. These forms are highly valued for their inherent corrosion resistance, excellent malleability, and aesthetic appeal, making them suitable for both functional and decorative applications. They are extensively used in construction for roofing, gutters, and architectural cladding, in automotive components, for battery casings, and in printing plates. Importers are typically manufacturers and fabricators that require flat zinc stock for processes such as stamping, forming, or deep drawing operations. Exporters are often large-scale zinc rolling mills with advanced production capabilities. Key trade factors include thickness, width, surface treatment, and specific alloy grades (e.g., zinc-titanium), which collectively determine their suitability for different applications and processing methods, driving demand across various industrial sectors.
What products fall under HS code 790500?
Zinc roofing sheets, Zinc architectural panels, Zinc battery foil, Zinc printing plates, Zinc strip for coinage, Zinc sheet for gutters, Zinc-titanium alloy sheets, Zinc flashing
What are common misclassifications for HS code 790500?
Often confused with 790400 (zinc bars, rods, profiles, wire) if the product form is not clearly flat, or with 790700 (other articles of zinc) if the flat product has undergone significant fabrication beyond simple rolling.
How is HS code 790500 structured?
HS code 790500 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (79) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.