HS Code for Aluminum alloy profile

Aluminum alloy profiles are classified under HS code 7604.29, provided they are not hollow. Profiles are defined in Chapter 76, Note 1(b) as rolled, extruded, drawn, forged, or formed products, which do not conform to the definitions of bars, rods, wire, plates, sheets, strip, foil, tubes, or pipes. They must have a uniform cross-section along their entire length. The 7604.29 code specifically covers 'other' profiles of aluminum alloys, meaning those that are solid rather than hollow. These products are ubiquitous in the construction and manufacturing industries, often used for window frames, door tracks, and structural supports. The classification is determined by the manufacturing process (usually extrusion) and the fact that the cross-section is more complex than a simple circle or rectangle. If the profile is made of an alloy (such as the 6000 series), it falls under 7604.2x. The sub-heading .29 is used for solid shapes, whereas .21 is used for hollow shapes. This distinction is vital for customs compliance and duty rate determination.

Products Included

• Solid aluminum alloy T-sections and L-sections
• Aluminum alloy I-beams and H-channels
• Extruded solid trim for architectural use
• Custom solid cross-section industrial extrusions
• Solid aluminum alloy Z-bars

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is between 7604.29 (solid profiles) and 7604.21 (hollow profiles). A profile is only 'hollow' if it has one or more enclosed voids. Another error involves 7610.10 or 7610.90, which cover aluminum structures. If a profile has been further worked (e.g., drilled, bent, or notched) for use in a specific structure, it may move from 7604 to 7610.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Aluminum alloy profile?

Solid aluminum alloy profiles are classified under HS code 7604.29.

How do you distinguish a profile from a bar?

While both are solid and uniform in cross-section, bars (also in 7604) have simple geometric shapes like circles or squares. Profiles have more complex shapes that do not meet the strict definitions of bars or rods.