Sourcing zinc roof eaves aprons from China
Zinc roof eaves aprons from China carry 0% UK duty under the other zinc articles line, with no listed trade remedy. CE marking remains accepted for construction products in Great Britain; confirm the applicable conformity route for the apron. Cambridge China Bridge sources zinc roof eaves aprons.
UK duty on zinc roof eaves aprons
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 4 October 2026, heading 7907 covers other articles of zinc. Formed zinc roof eaves aprons should be checked against 7907 00 00 90, carrying 0% duty for goods from China. The supplied tariff record lists no anti-dumping or countervailing duty and no suspension. The table shows apron variants using the same commodity line.
The UK Trade Tariff attaches import and export waste controls. Waste shipment controls apply only when the material transported is waste. For China-origin goods classed as waste, confirm the applicable notification and consent requirements with your customs broker before shipment. For notified waste, the movement form must be completed and submitted before shipping. Keep new, usable aprons clearly distinguished from scrap in the order and shipment description.
Zinc sheet and strip are classified separately, and galvanised steel is steel. Confirm the commodity code using the material, forming operations and intended use. For related formed zinc articles, see the zinc roof valleys guide.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formed zinc roof eaves aprons | 7907 00 00 90 | 0% | None |
Specify the eaves profile and gutter interface
Give the factory a section drawing showing sheet thickness, overall length, roof-side leg, gutter projection, fold angles, drip edge and any hem. State the zinc alloy, surface finish, visible face and dimensional tolerances. Agree how adjoining lengths overlap and how the apron meets the roof covering, underlay and gutter. Approve a sample against the actual eaves detail before accepting the production profile.
CE marking remains accepted for construction products in Great Britain where it has been legitimately affixed. Confirm the applicable conformity route for the exact apron and intended use. Request the relevant performance declaration, supporting assessment documents and installation instructions for review through testing and certification. Match the documents to the supplied profile and material.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative order: 2 tonnes of formed zinc roof eaves aprons under 7907 00 00 90, invoiced at £9,000 free on board, with £900 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £9,900. Duty at 0% is £0. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £9,900, so it is £1,980. With no duty, the only import tax is the VAT, which a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Material: check the batch material certificate against the agreed zinc alloy and finish, and measure sheet thickness away from folded edges.
Profile: measure the legs, projection, angles and hems against the drawing; check straightness and inspect bends for cracking.
Fit: trial adjoining lengths against the approved eaves detail; check that overlaps and the drip edge direct water into the gutter.
Packing: check for crushed hems, twisted lengths, scratches and moisture between nested pieces; match bundle identification to the order.
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What goes wrong
A generic flashing profile can leave the drip edge behind the gutter or clash with the roof covering. Uneven folds and bowed lengths make overlaps difficult to close. Resolve these issues with a section drawing and an approved fit sample, rather than relying on a catalogue photograph.
Tight bends can crack, while nested pieces can rub or trap moisture during shipment. Agree bend acceptance, protective separation and dry packing before production. Photograph damaged bundles on arrival and separate affected pieces before installation; use quality inspection guidance to agree the checks.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For repeat volumes, see container programmes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on zinc roof eaves aprons from China?
The supplied tariff record shows 0% under 7907 00 00 90, with no listed anti-dumping or countervailing duty. Confirm that the finished apron belongs in this line.
Do zinc eaves aprons need CE or UKCA marking?
Confirm the applicable conformity route for the exact apron and intended use before ordering. Legitimately affixed CE marking remains accepted for construction products in Great Britain.
What drawing should I send a Chinese factory?
Send a section drawing showing thickness, legs, gutter projection, fold angles, drip edge, hems and overlaps, plus the alloy, finish and tolerances.
What should I check when zinc eaves aprons arrive?
Check thickness, profile dimensions, straightness, cracked bends, crushed hems and surface damage. Trial adjoining lengths against the approved roof and gutter detail.