Product classification
HS code for Zinc fittings: 7907.00
Zinc, articles n.e.c. in chapter 79.
Classification of zinc fittings under HS 7907.00
Zinc fittings are classified under HS code 7907.00. This classification covers "Other articles of zinc," which includes various manufactured items that do not fit into the more specific headings of Chapter 79, such as 7901 for unwrought zinc or 7903 for dust and powders. Historically, zinc tubes, pipes, and their fittings were classified under heading 7906. However, in the 2007 revision of the Harmonized System, heading 7906 was deleted, and its contents were transferred to heading 7907. Therefore, modern classification for zinc pipe or tube fittings—such as elbows, sleeves, and couplings—must be directed to 7907.00. These items are typically produced through die-casting or machining and are used in specialized plumbing, industrial machinery, or architectural applications where the corrosion resistance and casting precision of zinc alloys (like Zamak) are required. The classification follows GRI 1, as the product is a finished article of the base metal zinc.
- Covers
- Zinc alloy pipe elbows
- Zinc tube couplings
- Zinc threaded sleeves
- Die-cast zinc connectors
- Zinc end caps for tubing
- Also under 7907.00
- Sacrificial zinc anodes for marine vessels (e.g., from CMP Group, Tecnoseal)
- zinc die-cast parts for automotive interiors
- zinc counterweights
- zinc plumbing fittings
Codes often confused with 7907.00
Common mistake. Zinc fittings are frequently misclassified under heading 7307, which covers tube or pipe fittings of iron or steel. This usually happens when the material is assumed to be steel due to its appearance or industrial use. It is critical to verify the base metal, as Chapter 79 is specific to zinc. Another common error is classification under heading 8302, which covers base metal mountings and fittings for furniture, doors, or windows. If the zinc fitting is a specialized pipe connector, it belongs in 7907.00; however, if it is a decorative or functional bracket for a building, it might be moved to 8302. Distinguishing between a "pipe fitting" and a "building mounting" is essential for correct classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 790700 (the code used for zinc fittings), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 790700 (the code used for zinc fittings) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 790700, not only zinc fittings.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $229M 16% of world exports
- 2 Italy $134M 9.5% of world exports
- 3 China $128M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $316M 18% of world imports
- 2 France $157M 9.1% of world imports
- 3 Germany $132M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 zinc fittings
Brazil splits HS 7907.00 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 7907.00.10Zinc tubes, pipes and fittings
- 7907.00.90Other zinc articles, not listed elsewhere
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about zinc fittings
What is the HS code for Zinc fittings?
The HS code for Zinc fittings is 790700 (Zinc; articles n.e.c. in chapter 79). The HS code for Zinc fittings is 7907.00, which encompasses all articles of zinc not elsewhere specified.
How do I classify Zinc fittings for customs?
Zinc fittings is classified under HS code 790700 — Zinc; articles n.e.c. in chapter 79. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Why is heading 7906 no longer used?
Heading 7906 was deleted from the HS nomenclature in 2007 to simplify the code, and all zinc pipe and fitting products were moved to 7907.00.
Which countries are the top exporters of zinc fittings (HS 790700)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 790700 (the code used for zinc fittings) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($229M, 16% of world exports), Italy ($134M) and China ($128M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of zinc fittings (HS 790700)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 790700 (the code used for zinc fittings) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($316M, 18% of world imports), France ($157M) and Germany ($132M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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.
Is the HS code for Zinc fittings the same in all countries?
The base HS code 790700 for Zinc fittings is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for zinc fittings in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 790700 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for zinc fittings depends on the product's details: 7907.00.10 (Zinc tubes, pipes and fittings), 7907.00.90 (Other zinc articles, not listed elsewhere).