Solar Panel Backing Aluminum Laminate

Laminated aluminum sheets with polymer core used as rigid backing for photovoltaic solar panels. Falls under HTS 7616.99.51.20 for its specific laminated flat-rolled construction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8541Lower: 10% vs 37.5%

If assembled into complete solar modules

Photovoltaic modules in Chapter 85.

3920.10.00.00Higher: 39.2% vs 37.5%

If polymer film with aluminum vapor coating

Predominantly plastic films in Chapter 39.

7607.19.60.00Higher: 38% vs 37.5%

If thin foil laminates

Foil-backed products under 7607.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Prove component status with solar assembler letters to avoid 8541 module duty

Specify UV-resistant polymer core details

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