Chapter 79 covers zinc and articles thereof, including zinc ingots, zinc alloys, zinc waste and scrap, zinc powder, zinc materials (bars, rods, profiles, wire, plates, sheets, strip, foil), and articles of zinc. Zinc is mainly used in galvanizing (anti-corrosion), die-casting alloys (such as zinc-aluminum alloys), batteries, chemicals, and other fields. This chapter does not include zinc ores (Chapter 26), zinc compounds (Chapter 28), or certain specific articles such as zinc buttons (Chapter 96). Heading 7907 covers other articles of zinc not specified in other headings, i.e., finished zinc articles other than zinc ingots, zinc alloys, zinc waste and scrap, zinc powder, zinc materials (bars, rods, profiles, wire, plates, sheets, strip, foil), tools of Chapter 82, miscellaneous articles of Chapter 83, etc. Common goods include zinc pipe fittings, zinc containers, zinc building components, zinc artworks, etc. This heading is a residual heading applicable to zinc articles not specifically named in other headings. The first 2 digits (79) represent Chapter 79: Zinc and articles thereof. The 3rd-4th digits (07) represent heading 7907: Other articles of zinc. The 5th-6th digits (00) are subheadings, indicating that this heading is not further subdivided, and all goods classified under 7907 use 790700. Therefore, 790700 is a complete 6-digit HS code used to identify zinc articles not named in 7901 to 7906. The goods are articles of zinc but are not specifically named in 7901 (zinc ingots), 7902 (zinc waste and scrap), 7903 (zinc dust and flakes), 7904 (zinc bars, rods, profiles and sections), 7905 (zinc plates, sheets, strip, foil), or 7906 (zinc tubes and tube fittings), so they are classified under 7907. If the goods are zinc alloys or zinc ingots, they should be classified under 7901; if they are zinc tubes, they should be classified under 7906.

Product Name: The Chinese and English names of the declared goods, which should accurately reflect the attributes of the goods, such as "zinc handicrafts", "zinc pipe fittings", etc. Material: Explain the zinc content and whether other alloying elements are contained, such as "pure zinc", "zinc alloy (containing 4% aluminum)", etc. Use: Describe the specific use of the goods, such as "for building decoration", "for battery manufacturing", etc. Processing Technology: Explain the processing method of the goods, such as "die-casting", "stamping", "welding", etc. Appearance and Dimensions: Provide appearance information such as shape and dimensions of the goods, such as "round, diameter 10cm", etc. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if there is no brand, declare "no brand". Model: If there is a model, declare the model; if there is no model, declare "no model". Composition Content: For zinc alloy products, the percentage content of each component must be declared. Customs declaration example: Product Name: Zinc decorative piece Material: Pure zinc (Zn≥99.9%) Use: For interior decoration Processing Technology: Die-casting Appearance and Dimensions: Length 10cm, width 5cm, thickness 0.5cm Brand: No brand Model: No model Composition Content: Zn 99.9%, others 0.1% HS Code: 79070000 Incorrectly classifying zinc alloy products under 7901 (zinc ingots), when they should actually be classified under 7907. Failure to distinguish between zinc tubes (7906) and zinc pipe fittings (7907), leading to classification errors. Ignoring material composition and incorrectly classifying products with low zinc content under this chapter.

Core classification criteria: First confirm whether the goods are articles of zinc and are not specifically named in 7901 to 7906. If the goods are zinc ingots, zinc alloys, zinc waste and scrap, zinc powder, zinc materials (bars, rods, profiles, wire, plates, sheets, strip, foil), or zinc tubes, they should be classified under 7901 to 7906 respectively. For other zinc articles, such as zinc pipe fittings, zinc containers, zinc building components, etc., they are classified under 7907. At the same time, note that if the goods belong to tools of Chapter 82, miscellaneous articles of Chapter 83, etc., they should be classified under the corresponding chapters. 7901 Zinc ingots and zinc alloys: 7901 covers unwrought zinc ingots or zinc alloys, usually in block or ingot form; while 7907 covers finished zinc articles that have been processed and shaped. 7906 Zinc tubes and tube fittings: 7906 specifically refers to zinc tubes and tube fittings (such as joints, elbows); if they are other zinc pipe fittings (such as tubular articles not used for pipes), they are classified under 7907. 8302 Other fittings of base metal: 8302 covers locks, hinges, door and window fittings, etc., of base metal; if zinc articles belong to such specifically named goods, they should be classified under 8302 first. 9615 Buttons, zippers, etc.: Zinc buttons should be classified under 9615, not 7907, because Chapter 96 specifically names them. Have goods specifically named in 7901 to 7906 been excluded? Do they belong to articles more specifically named in Chapter 82 or Chapter 83? Is the material zinc or zinc alloy? Does the processing technology go beyond simple forging and rolling? Are they used for specific purposes (such as buttons, tools)?

How can I inquire about the tariff rate for 790700? You can inquire through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party trade data platforms. Enter HS code 790700, select the destination country and country of origin, and you can obtain the latest tariff rate. Note that tariff rates are adjusted with policies, and it is recommended to rely on the latest official publication. Which HS code should zinc alloy die-castings be classified under? If zinc alloy die-castings are not specifically named in other headings and do not belong to Chapter 82 or Chapter 83, etc., they are usually classified under 790700. However, if the die-castings are valves, pipe fittings, etc., they may be classified under 8481 or 7906, and judgment should be made based on specific use and shape. What is the difference between 790700 and 790500? 790500 covers zinc plates, sheets, strip, foil, which are rolled materials not further processed; 790700 covers other zinc articles, such as articles processed into specific shapes by stamping, welding, etc. If a zinc plate is only cut into a rectangle, it is still classified under 790500; if it is further processed into a specific article, it is classified under 790700. What test reports are required when declaring 790700? Usually, a material composition test report (proving zinc content), processing technology description, use description, etc., are required. If export tax rebates or anti-dumping are involved, a certificate of origin, production process, etc., may also be required. The specific requirements are subject to customs. What should be noted when exporting zinc handicrafts to the EU? It is necessary to confirm whether the EU HS code is consistent with China's (usually the first 6 digits are the same), and check the EU TARIC database to obtain the tariff rate. Note that the EU may have environmental requirements for zinc products (such as REACH regulations), and compliance with standards must be ensured. Does 790700 include zinc battery shells? If zinc battery shells are dedicated parts, they may be classified under 8507 (battery parts) or 790700, depending on whether they are dedicated battery parts. If the battery shell is a general zinc article, it is classified under 790700; if it is clearly dedicated to batteries, it is classified under 8507. How can I determine whether a zinc article should be classified under 790700 or 8302? 8302 covers specifically named goods such as locks, hinges, door and window fittings of base metal. If zinc articles belong to these specific items, they should be classified under 8302 first. If not, they are classified under 790700. For example, zinc door handles are classified under 8302, while zinc decorative ornaments are classified under 790700. What is the export tax rebate rate for 790700? The export tax rebate rate is periodically adjusted by the State Taxation Administration, and the latest export tax rebate rate library should be consulted. Usually, the rebate rate for zinc products is between 0-13%, subject to the product code and the latest policy. It is recommended to inquire through the electronic tax bureau or the Single Window.