Unalloyed Aluminum Round Bar 1/2 Inch Diameter

A straight round bar made from unalloyed aluminum (99%+ pure) with a 1/2 inch diameter, used in lightweight structural applications. Classified under HTS 7604.10.50.00 as 'other' bars and rods of non-alloyed aluminum, excluding those put up for retail sale. Meets subheading note (a) for purity with iron + silicon under 0.1%.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+35.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

7604.29.10Higher: 40% vs 38%

If contains alloys like exceeding 0.1% Fe+Si or >1% other elements

Exceeds non-alloyed purity limits in note (a), shifting to aluminum alloys in 7604.29

7604.21.00Lower: 36.5% vs 38%

If shaped into hollow profiles rather than solid bars

Hollow bars/rods classified separately in 7604.21 for non-alloyed aluminum

7616.99.51Lower: 37.5% vs 38%

If cut to short lengths and packaged for retail sale

Retail-packed aluminum articles fall under 7616.99, not bars/rods

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify aluminum purity certificate showing 99%+ Al and Fe+Si <0.1% to confirm non-alloyed status per chapter notes

Provide mill test reports documenting exact composition to avoid reclassification as alloy under 7604.29

Ensure bars exceed retail packaging thresholds; bulk shipments avoid 7616.99 duties