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Aluminum Foil Chops Scrap

Chopped remnants from household aluminum foil production, ≥99% pure aluminum. Falls in 7602.00.00.75 as other scrap, not suitable for direct consumer use. Recycled into new foil or litho stock.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7607.19.60.00Higher: 38% vs 35%

If in continuous rolls

Unchopped foil in rolls is semi-finished product, not waste.

4819.50.40Same rate: 35%

If laminated with paper

Composite cartons with foil lining classify under paper products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure chops are free of organic coatings via solvent washing certificates

Use ventilated containers to prevent hydrogen buildup from moisture

Document gauge thickness to confirm foil origin vs sheet scrap

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