Aluminum Chemical Mixing Vat from China
A stationary aluminum vat exceeding 300 liters used for holding and manually mixing chemicals in manufacturing plants. Classified under HTS 7611.00.00.90 as it is a simple aluminum reservoir without mechanical stirrers or thermal controls, suitable for corrosive liquids other than gases.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include chemical compatibility certifications for the aluminum alloy to support valuation and compliance
• Label capacity clearly and photographically document lack of fittings to prevent reclassification
• Check for heat insulation; if present without mechanical equipment, it still qualifies under this subheading