HS Code 7606

Aluminium Plates, Sheets and Strip

HS code 7606 covers flat-rolled aluminium plates, sheets, and strips thicker than 0.2mm used in aerospace, construction, and automotive industries.

4-digit Section XVFCL

HS Code 7606 — Aluminium Plates, Sheets and Strip

This code covers flat-rolled aluminium products thicker than 0.2mm. These materials are used broadly in vehicle body panels, roofing, beverage can stock, and industrial machinery.

What's included

  • Aluminium floor plates (tread plates)
  • Coiled aluminium sheet
  • Perforated aluminium sheets
  • Corrugated aluminium sheets

What's excluded

  • Aluminium foil → use 7607 (Thickness is 0.2mm or less)
  • Expanded metal → use 7616 (More than just perforated; transformed into mesh)

Common examples

  • 5052 aluminium sheet for marine use
  • Aluminium diamond tread plate
  • Painted aluminium coil for gutters
  • Aluminium alloy plate for aircraft wings

Frequently asked questions

What is the cut-off thickness between sheet and foil?

0.2mm. Anything thicker is classified as a sheet/plate (7606), and anything 0.2mm or thinner is foil (7607).

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 3% - 9%
  • Documentation: Check for anti-dumping duties on common alloy aluminium sheets.
  • Typical shipping mode: FCL
  • Top exporters: China, Germany, South Korea, Greece
  • Top importers: United States, Germany, Mexico, Canada

Key takeaway

The primary classification factor is the material thickness exceeding 0.2mm.

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