HS Code 7602
Aluminium Waste and Scrap
HS code 7602 covers aluminium waste and scrap, including shavings, turnings, and discarded aluminium products intended for metal recovery.
4-digit Section XVFCL
HS Code 7602 — Aluminium Waste and Scrap
This code covers used or broken aluminium items and the debris from aluminium manufacturing processes (like shavings and clips). It is a vital commodity for the secondary aluminium industry for remelting.
What's included
- Used beverage cans (UBC)
- Aluminium turnings
- Old rolled aluminium scrap
- Aluminium casting scrap
What's excluded
- Slag and dross → use
2620(Ash and residues containing aluminium are classified in Chapter 26.)
Common examples
- Compressed aluminium beverage cans
- Aluminium engine block scrap
- Mixed aluminium wire scrap
Frequently asked questions
Does 7602 include aluminium batteries?
No, battery scrap is generally classified under 8548. 7602 is for metallic aluminium waste.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Requires 'Non-Radiation Certificate' for many Asian ports.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: USA, Germany, Canada
- Top importers: India, China, South Korea
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Key takeaway
Critical code for the global recycling and sustainability trade in non-ferrous metals.
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