HS Chapter 78 — Lead and articles thereof
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
78
Chapter number
Section
XV
Section name
Typical duty
varies
By subheading & market
HS headings
2
4-digit headings
What Chapter 78 covers
Unwrought lead, lead alloys and articles of lead.
Common HS headings in Chapter 78
- 7801 Unwrought lead
- 7806 Lead articles
Classification notes
Purity and form drive the subheading.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 78
What Chapter 78 covers
Unwrought lead, lead alloys and articles of lead.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 78?
Common HS headings in Chapter 78 include: 7801 Unwrought lead; 7806 Lead articles.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 78 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 78 products?
Purity and form drive the subheading.