Aluminium; tubes and pipes

HS v2022 Code: 7608

About aluminium; tubes and pipes

HS code 7608 covers the trade of aluminium tubes and pipes, which are essential components in a wide range of industries. These products play a crucial role in the construction, automotive, and manufacturing sectors, among others. Aluminium tubes and pipes are valued for their strength, corrosion resistance, and lightweight properties, making them a popular choice for various applications across the global economy.

Production process

The production of aluminium tubes and pipes typically involves a multi-step process. First, aluminium ingots or billets are heated and extruded through a die to create the desired shape and size of the tube or pipe. The extruded product is then cooled, straightened, and cut to the required lengths. Depending on the intended use, the tubes and pipes may undergo additional processing, such as anodizing, coating, or welding, to enhance their durability and performance.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of aluminium tubes and pipes include aluminium raw materials, such as ingots or billets, as well as specialized machinery and equipment for the extrusion, cutting, and finishing processes. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also essential for the various stages of production. Additionally, skilled labor and technical expertise are necessary to ensure the quality and consistency of the final products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 7608 are aluminium tubes and pipes, which are then consumed by a variety of industries. These products are commonly used in the construction of buildings, infrastructure, and transportation systems, as well as in the manufacturing of machinery, equipment, and consumer goods. Other HS codes that may consume the output of 7608 include 7609 Aluminium; tube or pipe fittings, 7610 Aluminium; structures and parts of structures, and 8708 Parts and accessories of motor vehicles.

Family tree for aluminium; tubes and pipes

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/76'>76: Aluminium and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7608'>7608: Aluminium; tubes and pipes</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/v2022/7606'>7606: Aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm</a>"]
A --> I["<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 --> 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/v2022/760810'>760810: Aluminium; tubes and pipes, not alloyed</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/760820'>760820: Aluminium; tubes and pipes, alloys</a>"]


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