Heading 2608: Zinc ores and concentrates
Every line of heading 2608 in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule, with its general (column 1) duty rate. Open a code for the landed cost calculator, trade agreement rates and email alerts if the rate changes.
Zinc ores and concentrates
Chapter 26: Ores, slag and ash. Schedule checked on November 8, 2026.
Not always the total: additional chapter 99 duties (such as Section 232 or Section 301), antidumping or countervailing duties may apply depending on the country of origin. See recent chapter 99 changes →
Tariff lines
| HTS code | Official description | General rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2608.00.00 | Zinc ores and concentrates | Free |
| 2608.00.00.10 | Copper content | |
| 2608.00.00.20 | Lead content | |
| 2608.00.00.30 | Zinc content | |
| 2608.00.00.40 | Silver content | |
| 2608.00.00.50 | Gold content |
Exporting this product from the U.S.?
Exports are reported with Schedule B numbers. Heading 2608 has 3 of them. Schedule B lookup →
- 2608.00.0030ZINC ORES AND CONCENTRATES, ZINC CONTENT
- 2608.00.0035ZINC ORES AND CONCENTRATES, PRECIOUS METAL CONTENT
- 2608.00.0055ZINC ORES AND CONCENTRATES, OTHER METAL CONTENT
Source: U.S. International Trade Commission, Harmonized Tariff Schedule; Schedule B: U.S. Census Bureau. Information only, not legal or customs advice; U.S. Customs and Border Protection decides the classification and the duty. Confirm with a licensed customs broker before you ship.
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