Clad Aluminum 5052 Sheet from China
This is a rectangular aluminum plate exceeding 0.2 mm thickness, clad with a thin layer of pure aluminum on one or both sides for corrosion protection, based on non-alloyed aluminum core. It falls under HTS 7606.11.60.00 as 'clad' rectangular plates of aluminum, not alloyed. Commonly used in aerospace and marine applications requiring enhanced durability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.7%
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
• Verify cladding thickness and confirm aluminum purity meets 'not alloyed' definition (>99% Al); provide mill test certificates for composition
• Ensure accurate thickness measurement to avoid reclassification to foil
• Watch for alloy content exceeding limits which shifts to 7606.12