Plastic Backed Aluminum Foil for Insulation from Mexico
Thin aluminum foil backed with polyethylene plastic sheeting, used in building insulation and HVAC systems to reflect heat. Classified under 7607.20.5000 as 'other' backed foil not exceeding 0.2 mm thickness. The plastic backing provides adhesion and durability for construction applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
50%
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
• Conduct metallurgical tests to certify foil purity meets aluminum definitions and thickness specs
• Include technical datasheets proving backing integration for industrial use, not retail
• Watch for reclassification to Chapter 39 plastics if plastic layer exceeds aluminum by weight