Zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil

hs code 7905 covers the classification of zinc in various forms, including plates, sheets, strip, and foil. Zinc is a versatile metal with a wide range of industrial applications, making it an important commodity in the global economy. This industry plays a crucial role in the manufacturing and construction sectors, as well as in the production of various consumer goods.

The production of zinc plates, sheets, strip, and foil typically involves a series of metallurgical processes. The primary raw material, zinc metal, is first melted and then cast into ingots or slabs. These semi-finished products are then subjected to various rolling, pressing, and cutting operations to achieve the desired thickness, shape, and dimensions. The final products are often further processed, such as through annealing or surface treatment, to enhance their properties and meet specific customer requirements.

The main inputs required for the production of zinc plates, sheets, strip, and foil include high-purity zinc metal, as well as various types of machinery and equipment used in the metalworking and metal forming processes. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are necessary to power the production facilities. Other inputs may include lubricants, coolants, and specialized tools and dies used in the manufacturing process.

The primary outputs of this industry are zinc plates, sheets, strip, and foil, which are then consumed by a variety of downstream industries. These products are commonly used in the construction sector for roofing, gutters, and other architectural applications. They are also utilized in the automotive industry for components such as 8708 Parts and accessories for motor vehicles. Additionally, zinc plates, sheets, strip, and foil find applications in the production of 8481 Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, 8507 Electric accumulators, incl. separators therefor, whether or not rectangular "incl. square"], and 8548 Waste and scrap of primary cells, primary batteries and electric accumulators; spent primary cells, spent primary batteries and spent electric accumulators; electrical parts of machinery or apparatus, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter.