Unalloyed Aluminum Irrigation Pipe
A lightweight irrigation pipe made from 99.7% pure aluminum, intended for agricultural irrigation systems. The unalloyed aluminum provides natural corrosion resistance, ideal for water conveyance in farming. This product is classified under tariff item 7608.10.00 as a tube or pipe of aluminum, not alloyed, and is entered 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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pipe is made from an aluminum alloy (e.g., 6061 or 6063) for added strength
Aluminum alloy pipes are classified under 7608.20.00, with different duty rates and tariff treatment.
If the pipe is cut into short lengths and further worked (e.g., drilled or bent) for use as a component
Subheading 7616.91 covers wire of aluminum, but other articles of aluminum may fall under 7616.99 if not specifically excluded.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the aluminum purity is at least 99% and keep supplier documentation showing the alloy composition
• For pipes exceeding 6 mm in any cross-sectional dimension, ensure they are classified as tubes, not wire, per subheading note 2
• If the pipe is imported with connectors or sprinklers attached, check if it becomes a complete irrigation system under Chapter 84
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