Product classification
HS code for Aluminum building profiles: 7610.90
Aluminium, structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts of structures, n.e.c. in heading no. 7610, plates, rods, profiles, tubes and the like.
Classification of aluminum building profiles under HS 7610.90
Aluminum building profiles fall under HS code 7610.90. This code is designated for aluminum structures and parts of structures. Unlike simple profiles found in heading 7604, these profiles have been further processed—such as being drilled, bent, notched, or assembled—specifically for use in construction. Heading 7610 covers a wide range of structural components, and the sub-heading 7610.90 acts as a residual category for structural parts not elsewhere specified, such as those used in bridges, towers, or roofing systems. The classification logic follows the principle that once an aluminum profile is prepared for use in a structure, it loses its identity as a raw material profile (7604) and becomes a structural component (7610). This distinction is critical for customs valuation and regulatory compliance, as structural components often face different duty rates and safety standards compared to raw extruded shapes.
- Covers
- Aluminum window frames and sills
- Aluminum door frames and thresholds
- Aluminum structural beams for roofing
- Aluminum balustrades and railings
- Aluminum curtain walling profiles
- Aluminum shutter components
- Also under 7610.90
- Aluflex aluminium profiles
- Bosch Rexroth structural aluminium
- Item Industrietechnik profiles
- Hydro Aluminium structural extrusions
Codes often confused with 7610.90
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 7604.29 or 7604.21, which covers aluminum bars, rods, and profiles that have not been prepared for use in structures. If the profile is simply extruded and cut to length without further fabrication like drilling or assembly, it belongs in 7604. Another common error is using 9406.90 for prefabricated buildings; while 7610.90 covers the parts, 9406 is only for the complete building kit.
Top exporters and importers of HS 761090 (the code used for aluminum building profiles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 761090 (the code used for aluminum building profiles) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 761090, not only aluminum building profiles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $4.8B 36% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.5B 11% of world exports
- 3 Poland $774M 5.8% of world exports
World total: $13.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $1.3B 11% of world imports
- 2 United States $1.1B 9.2% of world imports
- 3 India $700M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $11.8B 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 code for aluminum building profiles
Brazil classifies aluminum building profiles under NCM 7610.90.00: HS 7610.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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 aluminum building profiles
What is the HS code for Aluminum building profiles?
The HS code for Aluminum building profiles is 761090 (Aluminium; structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts of structures, n.e.c. in heading no. 7610, plates, rods, profiles, tubes and the like). The HS code for aluminum building profiles and structural parts is 7610.90.
How do I classify Aluminum building profiles for customs?
Aluminum building profiles is classified under HS code 761090 — Aluminium; structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts of structures, n.e.c. in heading no. 7610, plates, rods, profiles, tubes and the like. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include aluminum siding?
Yes, aluminum siding and roofing panels that are prepared for structural assembly are typically classified under 7610.90, provided they are not simple sheets (7606).
Which countries are the top exporters of aluminum building profiles (HS 761090)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 761090 (the code used for aluminum building profiles) in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.8B, 36% of world exports), Germany ($1.5B) and Poland ($774M). World exports came to about $13.4B, 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 aluminum building profiles (HS 761090)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 761090 (the code used for aluminum building profiles) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.3B, 11% of world imports), the United States ($1.1B) and India ($700M). World imports came to about $11.8B, 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.
Is the HS code for Aluminum building profiles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 761090 for Aluminum building profiles is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for aluminum building profiles in Brazil?
In Brazil, aluminum building profiles (HS 761090) is classified under NCM 7610.90.00.