HS Code 7612
Aluminium Casks, Cans and Boxes
HS code 7612 covers aluminium containers up to 300 litres, including beverage cans, aerosol containers, and collapsible tubes for pharmaceuticals.
4-digit Section XVFCL
HS Code 7612 — Aluminium Casks, Cans and Boxes
This category covers aluminium containers with a capacity of 300 litres or less. This includes beverage cans, aerosol cans, toolboxes, and collapsible tubes for creams or pastes.
What's included
- Aluminium beverage cans
- Aerosol canisters
- Collapsible ointment tubes
- Rigid aluminium boxes
What's excluded
- Aluminium foil trays → use
7615(Household articles for table/kitchen use) - Gas cylinders → use
7613(Pressurised gas containers)
Common examples
- Empty 330ml aluminium soda cans
- Pure aluminium cigar tubes
- Collapsible aluminium tubes for toothpaste
- Heavy-duty aluminium transport cases
Frequently asked questions
Are beer cans classified under 7612?
Empty cans are 7612. Filled cans are classified under the beverage code (e.g., Chapter 22).
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6%
- Documentation: Lined containers may require FDA or equivalent food-safety compliance.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, United States, Poland
- Top importers: Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom, France
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Key takeaway
Covers a wide range of logistics and packaging materials for retail and industrial storage below 300 litres.
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