HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7608.20 – Aluminium; tubes and pipes, alloys
HS code 7608.20 is the 6-digit subheading for aluminium, tubes and pipes, alloys. It is used for aerospace aluminium alloy tubing, automotive aluminium alloy pipes, marine-grade aluminium tubes, structural aluminium alloy pipes and bicycle frame tubing (alloy).
What HS 7608.20 covers
This HS code pertains to tubes and pipes manufactured from aluminium alloys. These products are highly valued in international trade for their superior strength-to-weight ratio, enhanced corrosion resistance, and specific mechanical properties compared to pure aluminium. Importers are typically manufacturers in high-performance sectors such as aerospace, automotive (especially for structural and fluid transfer systems), marine, and specialized construction. Exporters are often advanced extrusion plants and aluminium alloy producers with expertise in metallurgy and precision manufacturing. The trade is characterized by demand for specific alloy series (e.g., 6xxx series for structural, 2xxx series for aerospace), temper designations (e.g., T6), and adherence to strict industry standards and certifications. Global demand is driven by innovation in lightweighting, fuel efficiency, and durable material solutions across various engineering applications.
- Covers
- Aerospace aluminium alloy tubing
- Automotive aluminium alloy pipes
- Marine-grade aluminium tubes
- Structural aluminium alloy pipes
- Bicycle frame tubing (alloy)
- Hydraulic system aluminium pipes
- Heat exchanger alloy tubes
- Examples
- Hydro Aluminium alloy tubes
- Constellium aerospace pipes
- Sapa (now Hydro) alloy extrusions
- Kaiser Aluminum alloy tubing
Codes often confused with 7608.20
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 760810 (non-alloyed aluminium tubes and pipes) due to the similar product form, but the presence of alloying elements is the critical distinction.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 760820, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 760820 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $439M 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $294M 13% of world exports
- 3 United States $252M 11% of world exports
World total: $2.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $266M 11% of world imports
- 2 Germany $250M 11% of world imports
- 3 United States $145M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $2.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 7608.20 2
Brazil splits HS 7608.20 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 7608.20.10 Seamless AA 6061 aluminium tubes, 85 to 105 mmSem costura, extrudados e trefilados, segundo Norma ASTM B210, de seção circular, de liga AA 6061 (Aluminium Association), com limite elástico aparente de Johnson (JAEL) superior a 3.000 Nm, segundo Norma SAE AE7, diâmetro externo igual ou superior a 85 mm, mas inferior ou igual a 105 mm e espessura igual ou superior a 1,9 mm, mas inferior ou igual a 2,3 mm
- 7608.20.90 Other aluminium alloy tubes and pipesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 76.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Questions about HS 7608.20
What is HS code 760820?
HS code 760820 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Aluminium; tubes and pipes, alloys. This HS code pertains to tubes and pipes manufactured from aluminium alloys. These products are highly valued in international trade for their superior strength-to-weight ratio, enhanced corrosion resistance, and specific mechanical properties compared to pure aluminium. Importers are typically manufacturers in high-performance sectors such as aerospace, automotive (especially for structural and fluid transfer systems), marine, and specialized construction. Exporters are often advanced extrusion plants and aluminium alloy producers with expertise in metallurgy and precision manufacturing. The trade is characterized by demand for specific alloy series (e.g., 6xxx series for structural, 2xxx series for aerospace), temper designations (e.g., T6), and adherence to strict industry standards and certifications. Global demand is driven by innovation in lightweighting, fuel efficiency, and durable material solutions across various engineering applications.
What products fall under HS code 760820?
Aerospace aluminium alloy tubing, Automotive aluminium alloy pipes, Marine-grade aluminium tubes, Structural aluminium alloy pipes, Bicycle frame tubing (alloy), Hydraulic system aluminium pipes, Heat exchanger alloy tubes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 760820?
This code is often confused with 760810 (non-alloyed aluminium tubes and pipes) due to the similar product form, but the presence of alloying elements is the critical distinction.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 760820?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 760820 in UN Comtrade data were China ($439M, 20% of world exports), Germany ($294M) and the United States ($252M). World exports came to about $2.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 760820?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 760820 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($266M, 11% of world imports), Germany ($250M) and the United States ($145M). World imports came to about $2.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 760820 structured?
HS code 760820 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (76) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 760820?
Brazil splits HS code 760820 into 2 NCM codes: 7608.20.10 (Seamless AA 6061 aluminium tubes, 85 to 105 mm), 7608.20.90 (Other aluminium alloy tubes and pipes). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.