A356.1 Aluminum Alloy Ingot from China

A356.1 is a hypoeutectic aluminum-silicon alloy ingot used primarily for casting applications in automotive and aerospace industries. It contains approximately 7% silicon and 0.3% magnesium, making aluminum the predominant element by weight exceeding 90%, qualifying it as an aluminum alloy under chapter note (b). Classified under 7601.20.90.95 as unwrought aluminum alloy in other forms not specified elsewhere.

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

Provide mill test certificates confirming alloy composition meets chapter note (b) definitions to avoid reclassification as non-alloyed aluminum

Declare exact chemical analysis including silicon, magnesium, and iron content; discrepancies can lead to penalties or duty adjustments

Ensure ingots are free of impurities exceeding specified limits to prevent scrutiny under aluminum purity standards