Aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm

HS v2022 Code: 7606

About aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm

HS code 7606 covers the import and export of aluminium plates, sheets, and strips with a thickness exceeding 0.2mm. This industry is a critical component of the global metal manufacturing sector, providing essential raw materials for a wide range of industries, including construction, transportation, and consumer goods. Aluminium's unique properties, such as its lightweight, corrosion resistance, and malleability, make it a highly versatile material, driving consistent demand across international markets.

Production process

The production of aluminium plates, sheets, and strips involves a multi-step process. First, aluminium ingots or billets are heated and then rolled or extruded to the desired thickness and shape. The material may undergo additional processing, such as annealing or cold rolling, to enhance its physical properties and surface finish. Quality control measures, including inspection and testing, are implemented throughout the manufacturing process to ensure the final products meet industry standards.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the 7601 Aluminium; unwrought industry include aluminium raw materials, such as bauxite ore and aluminium scrap, as well as energy sources, machinery, and skilled labor. Manufacturers also rely on a range of ancillary inputs, including lubricants, coolants, and specialized tools, to facilitate the production process. The availability and cost of these inputs can significantly impact the industry's overall competitiveness and profitability.

Production outputs

The aluminium plates, sheets, and strips produced under HS code 7606 are widely used as inputs for various downstream industries. These products are commonly used in the 7607 Aluminium; foil, thickness not exceeding 0.2mm industry, as well as in the manufacture of 7608 Aluminium; tubes and pipes and 7609 Aluminium; tube or pipe fittings. Additionally, the aluminium sheets and plates find applications in the construction, automotive, and consumer electronics sectors, among others.

Family tree for aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/76'>76: Aluminium and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7606'>7606: Aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7601'>7601: Aluminium; unwrought</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7602'>7602: Aluminium; waste and scrap</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7603'>7603: Aluminium; powders and flakes</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7604'>7604: Aluminium; bars, rods and profiles</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7605'>7605: Aluminium wire</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7607'>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/v2022/7608'>7608: Aluminium; tubes and pipes</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7609'>7609: Aluminium; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves)</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7610'>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/v2022/7611'>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/v2022/7612'>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/v2022/7613'>7613: Aluminium; containers for compressed or liquefied gas</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7614'>7614: Aluminium; stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated)</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7615'>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/v2022/7616'>7616: Aluminium; articles n.e.c. in chapter 76</a>"]

    B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/760611'>760611: Aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm, (not alloyed), rectangular (including square)</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/760612'>760612: Aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm, alloys, rectangular (including square)</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/760691'>760691: Aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm, not alloyed, (not rectangular or square)</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/760692'>760692: Aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm, alloys, (not rectangular or square)</a>"]


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