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HSChapter 79
U.S. imports of zinc waste and scrap (HS 790200) totaled $1.1M in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Zinc Waste and Scrap imports of $1.1M in April 2026 ran 20% above the year-to-date monthly average of $951K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataZinc scrap and process waste — including dross, skimmings, and end-of-life zinc-containing materials — feed secondary smelters and brass mills that recover zinc for re-use in galvanizing and alloy production. Canada and Mexico together account for the bulk of US import flows under this heading, reflecting integrated North American recycling supply chains. Importers should be aware that certain zinc-bearing residues may require environmental review or hazardous-materials documentation depending on composition and origin.
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CBP and, in some cases, EPA may require evidence that the material is a genuine scrap commodity destined for recycling rather than a hazardous waste subject to import controls. A detailed description of the material's origin (e.g., manufacturing offcuts, galvanizing dross), its zinc content, and the intended processing facility helps establish scrap status and supports correct classification under 7902000000.
Zinc dross and skimmings generated during galvanizing are generally classifiable as zinc waste and scrap under this heading, provided they are not further processed into a distinct product. However, if the material has been processed into zinc oxide or another compound, it would be classified under the relevant chemical or oxide heading rather than Chapter 79.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7902000000 | ZINC WASTE AND SCRAP | $1.1M | -- |
ZINC WASTE AND SCRAP
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 7902000000 | ZINC WASTE AND SCRAP | $4.0M |
ZINC WASTE AND SCRAP
2.4M kg
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LONG BEACH, CA | -- | $1.1M | +$1.1M |
| SAVANNAH, GA | -- | $449K | +$449K |
| HOUSTON, TX | -- | $417K | +$417K |