Product classification

HS code for Zinc sheets: 7905.00

Zinc, plates, sheets, strip and foil.

Classification of zinc sheets under HS 7905.00

Zinc sheets are classified under HS code 7905.00, which specifically encompasses zinc plates, sheets, strip, and foil. This classification is based on the physical dimensions and the manufacturing state of the material. Under the Harmonized System, these products are defined as flat-surfaced items of solid rectangular cross-section, which are not included in the unwrought products of heading 79.01. The classification process follows GRI 1, which prioritizes the terms of the headings and the relevant Section and Chapter notes. Zinc sheets are typically produced through a rolling process where zinc ingots are reduced to a specific thickness. These materials are widely utilized in the building industry for roofing, cladding, and flashing due to their natural resistance to atmospheric corrosion. The code 7905.00 applies regardless of whether the sheets are in coils or cut to size, provided they have not been converted into finished articles. Surface treatments such as polishing, coating, or perforation do not usually change this classification unless they impart the character of a product covered by another heading.

Covers
  • Rolled zinc sheets for architectural roofing
  • Zinc plates used for industrial etching
  • Thin zinc foil for laboratory applications
  • Zinc strips for electrical grounding
  • Perforated zinc sheets for decorative facades
Also under 7905.00
  • VMZINC architectural zinc
  • Rheinzink titanium zinc for roofing
  • EverZinc zinc sheets for batteries
  • Zintek zinc-titanium sheets
  • Eramet zinc strip

Codes often confused with 7905.00

Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 7907.00, which covers other articles of zinc. If a zinc sheet has been further worked into a specific product, such as a pre-formed roof gutter or a downspout, it should be classified under 7907.00 rather than 7905.00. Additionally, very thick zinc blocks are sometimes confused with 7901.11 (unwrought zinc). The key difference is that 7905.00 products must be rolled or worked into a flat, uniform thickness, whereas 7901 refers to raw, cast shapes intended for remelting.

7907.00Zinc; articles n.e.c. in chapter 797901.11Zinc; unwrought, (not alloyed), containing by weight 99.99% or more of zinc79.01Zinc; unwrought

Top exporters and importers of HS 790500 (the code used for zinc sheets), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 790500 (the code used for zinc sheets) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% 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 790500, not only zinc sheets.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 France $193M
  2. 2 Japan $78M
  3. 3 Spain $72M

World total: $540M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $132M
  2. 2 France $99M
  3. 3 Belgium $54M

World total: $613M 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 code for zinc sheets

Brazil classifies zinc sheets under NCM 7905.00.00: HS 7905.00 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about zinc sheets

What is the HS code for Zinc sheets?

The HS code for Zinc sheets is 790500 (Zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil). The HS code for zinc sheets is 7905.00, which includes plates, sheets, strip, and foil made of zinc.

How do I classify Zinc sheets for customs?

Zinc sheets is classified under HS code 790500 — Zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Are zinc sheets classified differently if they are coated?

No, zinc sheets that are coated or plated with other materials generally remain under 7905.00, provided the zinc remains the component that gives the product its essential character.

Which countries are the top exporters of zinc sheets (HS 790500)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 790500 (the code used for zinc sheets) in UN Comtrade data were France ($193M, 36% of world exports), Japan ($78M) and Spain ($72M). World exports came to about $540M, 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 sheets (HS 790500)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 790500 (the code used for zinc sheets) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($132M, 21% of world imports), France ($99M) and Belgium ($54M). World imports came to about $613M, 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 sheets the same in all countries?

The base HS code 790500 for Zinc sheets 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 sheets in Brazil?

In Brazil, zinc sheets (HS 790500) is classified under NCM 7905.00.00.