Aluminium; (not alloyed), wire, maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 7mm

HS code 760511 covers the import and export of non-alloyed aluminium wire with a maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeding 7mm. Aluminium wire is a versatile and widely used industrial material, finding applications in electrical wiring, construction, and various manufacturing processes. As a lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and highly conductive metal, aluminium wire plays a crucial role in the global economy, supporting the infrastructure and production capabilities of numerous industries.

The production of aluminium wire under HS code 760511 typically involves a multi-step process. First, pure aluminium is melted and cast into billets or ingots. These raw materials are then fed into a wire-drawing machine, where they are repeatedly drawn through a series of progressively smaller dies to reduce the diameter and increase the length of the wire. The wire may undergo additional heat treatment or surface finishing processes to enhance its properties and appearance, depending on the intended application.

The primary input for the production of aluminium wire under HS code 760511 is pure, unalloyed aluminium. This raw material is sourced from aluminium smelters and refineries, which extract and purify the metal from bauxite ore. Other key inputs include the specialized wire-drawing equipment, lubricants, and any additional processing tools or chemicals required to meet specific quality standards or customer requirements.

The primary output of HS code 760511 is non-alloyed aluminium wire with a maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeding 7mm. This wire is often used in the production of electrical cables, overhead power lines, and various industrial applications where high conductivity and strength are required. The output of this industry may be consumed by manufacturers of 854411 (Insulated (including enamelled or anodised) wire, cable (including co-axial cable) and other insulated electric conductors, whether or not fitted with connectors; optical fibre cables, made up of individually sheathed fibres, whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors), 731210 Stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, slings and the like, of iron or steel, not electrically insulated, and other industries that rely on high-quality, large-diameter aluminium wire.