Aluminum Rivets for Aircraft Panels from Mexico
These are solid aluminum rivets used to fasten metal panels in aircraft construction. They fall under HTS 7616.10.90.90 as 'other articles of aluminum' specifically classified as rivets not covered by heading 8305. Made from high-strength aluminum alloys for aerospace durability.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
56%
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
• Verify aluminum alloy composition meets subheading definitions to avoid reclassification as non-aluminum fasteners
• Provide mill test certificates confirming material specs for aerospace end-use exemptions or reduced duties