Aluminum Wire Mesh Screening
A flexible cloth-like sheet made from woven aluminum wire, used for window screens and insect barriers. It falls under HTS 7616.91.00.00 as 'cloth...of aluminum wire' due to its woven structure resembling fabric. The wire diameter is typically under 6 mm, aligning with chapter definitions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of iron or steel wire
Changes to Chapter 73 for stainless steel wire cloth, grill, netting, or fencing.
If rigid panels over 1 sq m for fencing
Other aluminum articles if not qualifying as flexible cloth, grill, netting, or fencing.
If sold as assembled fence panels
Structures of iron/steel if combined with steel frames, shifting from aluminum wire focus.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify wire is aluminum (not alloyed or alloy) via mill certificates to confirm Chapter 76 classification
• Provide detailed specs on wire diameter (<6 mm) and weave type to avoid reclassification as fencing
• Label as 'aluminum wire cloth' and include country-of-melt documentation for Section 232/301 exemptions
Related Products under HTS 7616.91.00.00
Aluminum Grill Mesh for BBQ
Grill mat made from expanded or woven aluminum wire, designed for barbecue racks to hold food. Classified under HTS 7616.91.00.00 as 'grill...of aluminum wire' for its grid structure. Conforms to wire cross-section limits in subheading notes.
Aluminum Wire Netting for Crafts
Fine hexagonal netting woven from thin aluminum wire, used in arts, crafts, and model making. Falls under HTS 7616.91.00.00 as 'netting...of aluminum wire' per explicit subheading. Wire dimensions comply with 6 mm cross-section rule.
Aluminum Fence Netting Roll
Rolled fencing material of welded or woven aluminum wire, for garden or pet enclosures. HTS 7616.91.00.00 covers 'fencing, of aluminum wire' explicitly. Meets purity standards for non-alloyed aluminum.
Expanded Aluminum Wire Grill Sheet
Sheet material from expanded aluminum wire mesh, used for ventilation grills and filters. Classified as 'grill...of aluminum wire' in HTS 7616.91.00.00. Expansion process maintains wire integrity under chapter notes.
Aluminum Wire Insect Screen Cloth
Woven cloth from fine aluminum wire for door and window insect screening. HTS 7616.91.00.00 as 'cloth...of aluminum wire' due to textile-like weave. Wire <1 mm typical, within definitions.
Aluminum Wire Garden Netting
Lightweight netting of twisted aluminum wire for plant support and bird protection. Under HTS 7616.91.00.00 as 'netting...of aluminum wire'. Flexible roll form distinguishes from rigid fencing.