Zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil

HS v2022 Code: 7905

About zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil

HS code 7905 covers the classification of zinc in the form of 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 trade landscape. This industry plays a crucial role in supporting various manufacturing sectors, from construction and transportation to electronics and consumer goods.

Production process

The production of zinc plates, sheets, strip, and foil typically involves a series of metallurgical processes. Zinc is first extracted from its ore through smelting and refining techniques. The refined zinc is then cast into ingots or slabs, which are subsequently rolled or extruded into the desired shapes and thicknesses to create the final zinc products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of zinc plates, sheets, strip, and foil include raw zinc ore, energy sources (such as electricity or natural gas), and specialized machinery for casting, rolling, and finishing the products. Additionally, the industry may rely on various chemicals and additives to enhance the properties of the final zinc products.

Production outputs

The zinc products classified under HS code 7905 are widely used as components or materials in a variety of industries. These zinc products may be further processed or incorporated into the manufacturing of 8708 Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, 8501 Electric motors and generators, 8517 Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, and 7310 (Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, of iron or steel, for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas)), among others.

Family tree for zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/79'>79: Zinc and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7905'>7905: Zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7901'>7901: Zinc; unwrought</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7902'>7902: Zinc; waste and scrap</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7903'>7903: Zinc; dust, powders and flakes</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7904'>7904: Zinc; bars, rods, profiles and wire</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7907'>7907: Zinc; articles n.e.c. in chapter 79</a>"]

    B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/790500'>790500: Zinc; plates, sheets, strip and foil</a>"]


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