Aluminium; bars, rods and profiles

HS v2017 Code: 7604

About aluminium; bars, rods and profiles

HS code 7604 covers the import and export of aluminium bars, rods, and profiles. This industry is a crucial component of the global metal manufacturing sector, providing essential raw materials for a wide range of downstream industries, including construction, transportation, and consumer goods. Aluminium's unique properties, such as its lightweight, corrosion resistance, and high strength-to-weight ratio, make it a highly sought-after material in various applications, contributing to its significant role in the broader economy.

Production process

The production of aluminium bars, rods, and profiles typically involves a multi-step process. First, aluminium is extracted from bauxite ore through a process called the Bayer process, which involves refining and smelting. The resulting aluminium ingots are then reheated and extruded through a die to create the desired shape and profile. Alternatively, aluminium may be cast into molds to produce the required bars and rods. These production techniques ensure the consistent quality and dimensional accuracy of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of aluminium bars, rods, and profiles include raw aluminium, energy sources (such as electricity or natural gas) for the smelting and extrusion processes, and specialized machinery and equipment, such as extrusion presses and casting molds. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, including engineers, technicians, and operators, to ensure efficient and safe production.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 7604 are aluminium bars, rods, and profiles, which are then consumed by various downstream industries. These products may be further processed or fabricated into a wide range of end-use applications, such as 7610 Aluminium; structures and parts of structures, 8703 Motor cars and other motor vehicles, and 8708 Parts and accessories for vehicles. The versatility and adaptability of aluminium make it a valuable material in numerous industries, contributing to the overall growth and development of the global economy.

Family tree for aluminium; bars, rods and profiles

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/76'>76: Aluminium and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7604'>7604: Aluminium; bars, rods and profiles</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7601'>7601: Aluminium; unwrought</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7602'>7602: Aluminium; waste and scrap</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7603'>7603: Aluminium; powders and flakes</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7605'>7605: Aluminium wire</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7606'>7606: Aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7607'>7607: Aluminium foil (whether or not printed or backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials) of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7608'>7608: Aluminium; tubes and pipes</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7609'>7609: Aluminium; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves)</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7610'>7610: Aluminium; structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts (e.g. bridges and sections, towers, lattice masts, etc) plates, rods, profiles and tubes for structures</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7611'>7611: Aluminium; reservoirs, tanks, vats and the like for material (not compressed or liquefied gas) of capacity over 300l, whether or not lined, heat-insulated, not fitted with mechanical, thermal equipment</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7612'>7612: Aluminium casks, drums, cans, boxes etc (including rigid, collapsible tubular containers), for materials other than compressed, liquefied gas, 300l capacity or less, lined, heat-insulated or not</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7613'>7613: Aluminium; containers for compressed or liquefied gas</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7614'>7614: Aluminium; stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated)</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7615'>7615: Aluminium; table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, sanitary ware and parts thereof</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7616'>7616: Aluminium; articles n.e.c. in chapter 76</a>"]

    B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/760410'>760410: Aluminium; (not alloyed), bars, rods and profiles</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/760421'>760421: Aluminium; alloys, hollow profiles</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/760429'>760429: Aluminium; alloys, bars, rods and profiles, other than hollow</a>"]


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