Aluminum Dye Vat for Textiles
An aluminum vat with a 900-litre capacity, lined for chemical resistance, used to hold textile dye baths. It is a stationary reservoir without mechanical or thermal fittings, so it qualifies under tariff item 7611.00.00 as an aluminum container exceeding 300 litres for non-gas materials.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪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 vat is fitted with mechanical stirring or heating elements
Containers with mechanical or thermal equipment are excluded from heading 7611 and fall under heading 7612 or other chapters.
If the vat is part of a complete textile dyeing machine
Machinery of Section XVI takes precedence over base metal containers under Section XV note 1(f).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the vat is not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment, as that would move it to another heading
• Declare the capacity in litres clearly on customs documents
• Verify whether the lining material affects the classification under the General Interpretative Rules
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