2608.00.00.30 - Zinc content 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | Zn kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 8.8¢/kg on copper content + 3.3¢/kg on lead content + 3.7¢/kg on zinc content |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 2608.00.00.30, specifically covers zinc content within ores, slag, and ash. It pertains to materials where zinc is a significant constituent, particularly in the context of its extraction or processing as a primary metal. This designation is crucial for customs purposes to accurately assess duties and track trade flows related to zinc-bearing raw materials.
The distinction between this category and its siblings lies in the primary metal focus. While 2608.00.00.10, 2608.00.00.20, 2608.00.00.40, and 2608.00.00.50 address copper, lead, silver, and gold content respectively, this code isolates classifications where zinc is the predominant metal of value or interest in the ore, slag, or ash. The presence of other metals does not preclude classification here, as long as the zinc content is the defining characteristic for the import or export declaration.
As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories under 2608.00.00.30. Therefore, the focus for classification rests entirely on identifying and quantifying the zinc content within the declared mineral product. Classification decisions at this level rely heavily on assay results, geological surveys, and any other documentation that substantiates the primary metallic composition of the material being imported or exported.