Pharmaceutical Blister Aluminum Foil
Soft aluminum foil sheets, 0.02 mm thick, plain without backing for forming blister packs in pill packaging. Classified under 7607.19.60.00 as unbacked foil not exceeding 0.2 mm thickness and not specialized for other uses. Meets chapter definition for aluminum foil used in pharma prior to lamination.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If printed or embossed
Printed foil for pharma use classifies separately from plain 'other' foil.
If backed for direct blister lamination
Backing addition for pharma packaging moves to backed subheading.
If laminated with plastic before import
Plastic-laminated foil is classified as polymer film/plates, not aluminum foil.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include FDA-compliant certificates for pharma-grade purity and ensure no contamination in aluminum content
• Document exact thickness measurement methods to avoid disputes over 0.2 mm limit
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