HS Code for Zinc rods

Zinc rods are classified under HS code 7904.00 according to the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System. This classification is determined by the material composition and the physical form of the product. Chapter 79 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule covers zinc and articles thereof. Specifically, heading 7904 applies to zinc bars, rods, profiles, and wire. According to the Chapter 79 notes, bars and rods are defined as products that have been rolled, extruded, drawn, or forged, and possess a uniform solid cross-section along their entire length. These shapes can include circles, ovals, rectangles, squares, or equilateral triangles. The classification requires that the product has not been further worked than simple surface treatment or shaping into these specific geometric forms. If the zinc is in an unrefined or cast state without specific shaping, it would fall under a different heading. The 7904.00 code is essential for customs authorities to track the trade of semi-manufactured zinc products used in construction, manufacturing, and chemical applications.

Products Included

• Solid zinc bars with circular cross-sections
• Extruded zinc rods for machining
• Rectangular zinc bars used in industrial framing
• Hexagonal zinc profiles
• Forged zinc rods for specialized engineering

Common Misclassification

Zinc rods are frequently misclassified under HS code 7901.11 or 7901.12. These codes refer to unwrought zinc, which includes ingots, blocks, and slabs that have been cast but not further worked. The distinction lies in the manufacturing process; once an ingot is extruded or rolled into a specific rod shape, it must move from 7901 to 7904. Another common error is using HS code 7907.00, which is a residual category for other articles of zinc. 7907.00 should only be used if the rod has been further manufactured into a finished product, such as a threaded bolt or a specific machine part.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Zinc rods?

The HS code for zinc rods is 7904.00, which covers zinc bars, rods, profiles, and wire.

Does the purity of the zinc affect the 7904.00 classification?

Generally, no. As long as the product is predominantly zinc by weight and meets the physical definition of a rod or bar, it remains in 7904.00 regardless of whether it is an alloy or pure zinc.