Cigarette Packaging Aluminum Foil from Germany
0.008 mm thick aluminum foil laminates for inner linings of cigarette packs, imported as unbacked rolls before lamination. Meets HTS 7607.11.30.00 as rolled, unbacked foil ≤0.01 mm.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
55.8%
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
• Document as raw foil pre-lamination to maintain 7607.11 classification
• Provide gauge measurements; precision is key for ≤0.01 mm subheading
• Ensure compliance with tobacco import regs alongside HTS verification