AlSi12 Aluminum Alloy Pig from China

AlSi12 pigs are cast unwrought forms with 11-13% silicon for die-casting automotive parts. Aluminum predominates but silicon exceeds non-alloyed limits per table. Under 7601.20.90 as other unwrought alloy.

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

Pig forms must be verified as unwrought via photos or dimensions; tapered shapes don't change classification

EU REACH compliance may apply for silicon content; prepare safety data sheets

Avoid bulk packing that resembles scrap, which could lead to 2615 classification

AlSi12 Aluminum Alloy Pig from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 7601.20.90