Aluminum Venetian Blind Slats from Canada
Horizontal slats made from extruded aluminum profiles, typically 1-inch wide, used in Venetian blinds for light control and privacy. Classified under HTS 7616.99.51.40 as parts of Venetian blinds, which are specifically provided for in this subheading within Chapter 76 for other articles of aluminum. These slats are unfinished components designed exclusively for assembly into Venetian blinds.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
52.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.85.0750%Except as provided in headings 9903.85.09, 9903.85.68 or 9903.85.70, derivative aluminum products, provided for in the tariff provisions enumerated in subdivision (j) of note 19 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Verify aluminum content exceeds 99% for non-alloyed status or meets alloy criteria; provide engineering specs confirming use as Venetian blind parts
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as general aluminum profiles under 7604
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on Chinese imports