Continuous Cast AA5182 Slab from China

Continuously cast AA5182 aluminum alloy slab for beverage container sheet stock. Alloyed with magnesium; qualifies as unwrought sheet ingot under 7601.20.90.80 per chapter definitions.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Specify casting method (continuous vs

DC casting) in commercial invoice

Ensure traceability numbers match mill certificates for audit trails

Beware of origin marking requirements under trade agreements