HS Code for Zinc oxide

Zinc oxide and zinc peroxide are classified under HS code 2817.00. This classification falls within Chapter 28, which is dedicated to inorganic chemicals and precious metals. Zinc oxide (ZnO) is a distinct chemical compound produced through the oxidation of metallic zinc (the French process) or directly from zinc ores (the American process). The classification is determined by the chemical purity and the fact that it is a manufactured oxide rather than a naturally occurring mineral or a metallic alloy. Under the Harmonized System, Chapter 28 products must be separate chemically defined compounds, whether or not containing impurities. Zinc oxide is widely used in the rubber, ceramic, and pharmaceutical industries, but its classification remains strictly within 2817.00 unless it is prepared as a pigment or a medicament, which would shift it to other chapters based on its specific formulation.

Products Included

• Pure zinc oxide (zinc white)
• Flowers of zinc
• Zinc peroxide
• Zinc oxide produced via the indirect (French) process
• Zinc oxide produced via the direct (American) process

Common Misclassification

Zinc oxide is often misclassified under HS code 3206.49 if it is prepared as a pigment for the paint industry. However, if it is not mixed with other substances or binders, it remains in 2817.00. It is also confused with zinc ores (2608.00) or zinc residues (2620.19). Furthermore, medicinal ointments containing zinc oxide are classified under Chapter 30 (3004.90) rather than as a pure chemical. Finally, rubber accelerators containing zinc oxide may be classified under 3812.10.

FAQ

What is the HS code for zinc oxide?

The HS code for zinc oxide and zinc peroxide is 2817.00.

Is zinc peroxide classified differently than zinc oxide?

No, both zinc oxide and zinc peroxide are grouped together under the same HS code 2817.00 within the inorganic chemicals chapter.