HS Code for Lead strip

Lead strip is classified under HS code 7804.19. Similar to plates and sheets, lead strip is a semi-finished product obtained by rolling or slitting lead sheets. Under the Harmonized System, strip refers to flat-rolled products of rectangular cross-section, which may be supplied in coils or straight lengths. The classification 7804.19 applies when the thickness of the strip is greater than 0.2 mm. The classification process involves identifying the base metal (lead) and the form (rolled strip). Because the strip is a worked product but not yet a finished article of a specific function, it remains within the semi-manufactured category of Chapter 78. This code is essential for tracking the trade of lead materials used in construction for flashing, chemical plant lining, and as components in the manufacturing of battery plates. The material must be of a consistent thickness and width to qualify under this heading.

Products Included

• Lead flashing strips
• Coiled lead strip
• Lead strips for battery manufacturing
• Slit lead sheets
• Lead ribbon over 0.2mm thick

Common Misclassification

Lead strip is often misclassified under 7804.11 if the thickness is 0.2 mm or less, which is the threshold for lead foil. It is also sometimes confused with 7409 (copper strip) or 7606 (aluminum strip) in mixed shipments. Furthermore, if the strip is tinned or coated with other metals, it remains under 7804 provided the lead predominates by weight, but if it is backed with paper or plastics, it may fall under different rules depending on the thickness of the lead layer.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Lead strip?

The HS code for lead strip thicker than 0.2 mm is 7804.19.

How is strip distinguished from foil in the HS system?

The distinction is based entirely on thickness; products 0.2 mm and thinner are classified as foil (7804.11), while those thicker than 0.2 mm are plates, sheets, or strip (7804.19).