Unalloyed Aluminum Greenhouse Ventilation Pipe
A lightweight pipe made from unalloyed aluminum, designed for greenhouse ventilation systems. Its pure aluminum composition offers excellent resistance to humidity and corrosion, making it suitable for agricultural environments. This product falls under tariff item 7608.10.00 as a tube or pipe of aluminum, not alloyed, and is classified as 'other' unalloyed tubes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pipe is made of aluminum alloy rather than unalloyed aluminum
Tariff item 7608.20.00 covers tubes and pipes of aluminum alloys, which have different duty rates and composition requirements.
If the pipe is cut to length and fitted with end fittings for a specific ventilation system
Once the pipe is worked beyond simple cutting (e.g., threaded, drilled, or fitted with flanges), it may be classified as an article of aluminum under heading 7616.
If the pipe is imported as an integral part of a greenhouse ventilation machine or apparatus
Section XV note 1(f) excludes articles of Section XVI (machinery), so a complete ventilation system may fall under Chapter 84.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pipe is made of unalloyed aluminum (at least 99% aluminum by weight) and provide a mill certificate or test report to confirm composition
• Verify the pipe's dimensions and wall thickness match the declared schedule to avoid classification disputes
• If the pipe is part of a complete greenhouse system, consider whether it should be classified with the machinery of Section XVI
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