Easy-Open End Lid Aluminum Stock from Japan
Specialized aluminum alloy plates for easy-open can ends, rectangular format with thickness exceeding 0.2 mm but ≤6.3 mm, unclad. Falls under 7606.12.3055 as dedicated lid stock for food/beverage canning. Alloy formulation supports deep drawing and rivet formation without cracking.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
53%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain Ruling from CBP if dual-use specs; lid stock must demonstrate incompatibility with body forming
• Maintain chain-of-custody docs from mill to importer; alloy traceability prevents counterfeiting claims
• Beware antidumping duties on certain alloy origins; check Commerce scope rulings