Aluminium; foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm

HS code 760720 covers the import and export of aluminium foil that is backed with paper, paperboard, plastics, or similar materials. This type of aluminium foil is widely used in various industries, including packaging, insulation, and electronics. Its lightweight, flexible, and durable properties make it an essential material for a diverse range of applications, contributing to the global economy and international trade.

The production of aluminium foil with a backing material typically involves a multi-step process. First, aluminium is rolled into thin sheets or foils. These foils are then coated or laminated with the desired backing material, such as paper, paperboard, or plastic films. The lamination process ensures a strong bond between the aluminium and the backing, creating a composite material with enhanced properties. Finally, the coated or laminated foil is cut and shaped to the required dimensions, ready for various end-use applications.

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 760720 aluminium foil with backing materials include aluminium ingots or sheets, as well as the backing materials such as paper, paperboard, and plastic films. Additionally, specialized machinery for rolling, coating, and laminating the materials is essential. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also necessary for the manufacturing process.

The primary output of HS code 760720 is aluminium foil with a backing material, which is then used in a wide range of industries. This composite material finds applications in 382490 Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades, 382499 (Chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries (including those consisting of mixtures of natural products), not elsewhere specified or included), 392010 Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, and 481910 Cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard, among others.