Unalloyed Aluminum Plumbing Pipe
Seamless tube made from 99.5% pure aluminum used for water supply lines in residential plumbing. The product is a pipe of aluminum, not alloyed, as it contains at least 99% aluminum with no other element exceeding the limits in subheading note 1(a). It is classified under tariff item 7608.10.00.
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 of an aluminum alloy (e.g., 6061).
Pipes of aluminum alloys are classified under this tariff item.
If the pipe is fitted with flanges, elbows, or other fittings.
Tube or pipe fittings of aluminum are classified under this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the aluminum composition meets the 'not alloyed' definition; if it is an alloy, it falls under 7608.20.00
• If the pipe is threaded or has fittings, it may be considered a fitting or a finished article
• Ensure compliance with Canadian plumbing codes for potable water use
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