Frequently Asked Questions

What does ZINSA do?

Zinc Industrias Nacionales S.A. (ZINSA), is your leading strategic partner in Peru in the transformation and/or commercialisation of non-ferrous metals and their derivatives, whose leadership position has been built on the basis of our commitment to customer experience, our technical expertise, the professionalism of our collaborators, permanent innovation in our products and our high standards of quality.

In what year was ZINSA founded?
The company was established in April 1974.
In which countries do you currently serve?

We are present in 50 countries in almost every continent of the world.

In which industries are your products used?
Agriculture, Mining, Animal Feed, Pharmaceuticals, Locks / Closures, Electroplating, Fittings, Auto Parts, Boat Care, among others.
What certifications do you have?
We have ISO 9001, 14001, BASC, OMRI, Ecovadis, among others.
Can you develop a specific alloy?

We seek to be flexible in both packaging and product development, so our Quality Department analyses the technical specifications of potential customers to determine their feasibility.

Do you sell zinc ingots?

We do not sell zinc ingots, only zinc products.

What makes ZINSA a reliable supplier?

Peru is a mining country; it is the second largest producer of zinc and copper globally, which is why we have competitive and permanent access to raw materials.

Do the products have a certificate of origin from Peru?

Yes, they do, and this allows duty-free imports to facilitate their commercialisation (FTA with more than 30 countries).

Do you export with FOB Incoterm or do you take care of the transport to the customer's warehouse?

We work according to the incoterm of the customer’s preference.

How are your products priced?
Our prices are linked to the London Metal Exchange. We offer 2 quotation schemes: formula price (with future and unknown prices) or spot price (according to the LME running market) at the customer’s choice.