Product classification
HS code for Aluminum collapsible tubes: 7612.10
Aluminium, collapsible tubular containers, for any material, (not compressed or liquefied gas), 300l capacity or less, whether or not lined, not fitted with mechanical/thermal equipment.
Classification of aluminum collapsible tubes under HS 7612.10
Aluminum collapsible tubes are classified under HS code 7612.10. This classification is found in Chapter 76 of the Harmonized System, which covers "Aluminum and articles thereof." Heading 7612 specifically addresses "Aluminum; collapsible tubular containers." The subheading 7612.10 further refines this to include containers for any material, excluding compressed or liquefied gas, with a capacity of 300 liters or less. This code also specifies that the tubes can be whether or not lined and not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment. The classification is determined by the material (aluminum), the form (collapsible tubular container), and its intended general use as a receptacle for various substances, excluding specific gas applications, and its capacity limitations. This precise description ensures that standard aluminum tubes used for products like toothpaste, ointments, or adhesives are correctly categorized.
- Covers
- Aluminum tubes for toothpaste
- Aluminum tubes for pharmaceutical ointments and creams
- Aluminum tubes for cosmetic products (e.g., hand cream, hair dye)
- Aluminum tubes for adhesives and sealants
- Aluminum tubes for food products (e.g., concentrated pastes)
- Also under 7612.10
- Colgate toothpaste tubes
- L'Oréal cosmetic cream tubes
- Bayer pharmaceutical ointment tubes
- Sennelier artist's paint tubes
Codes often confused with 7612.10
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for aluminum collapsible tubes often involve other aluminum containers or general packaging materials. One such code is 7612.90 (Aluminium; other tubular containers). This subheading is for tubular containers of aluminum that are not collapsible, or that exceed the 300-liter capacity, or are designed for compressed/liquefied gas. Collapsible tubes, by their nature, are specifically designed to be squeezed to dispense contents and collapse as they empty, distinguishing them from rigid tubular containers. Another potential area of confusion is 7616.99 (Other articles of aluminium, not elsewhere specified or included). This is a residual category for aluminum articles that do not fit more specific headings. However, since 7612.10 provides a precise description for collapsible aluminum tubes, using 7616.99 would be incorrect. The key differentiator is the "collapsible" characteristic and the specific capacity and usage exclusions mentioned in 7612.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 761210 (the code used for aluminum collapsible tubes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 761210 (the code used for aluminum collapsible tubes) in UN Comtrade data was Slovakia, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% of world imports. Austria reports $765M of its chapter 76 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 761210, not only aluminum collapsible tubes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Slovakia $106M 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $74M 14% of world exports
- 3 Austria $74M 14% of world exports
Austria reports $765M of its chapter 76 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
World total: $542M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $69M 12% of world imports
- 2 France $38M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 United States $30M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $571M 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 collapsible tubes
Brazil classifies aluminum collapsible tubes under NCM 7612.10.00: HS 7612.10 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 collapsible tubes
What is the HS code for Aluminum collapsible tubes?
The HS code for Aluminum collapsible tubes is 761210 (Aluminium; collapsible tubular containers, for any material, (not compressed or liquefied gas), 300l capacity or less, whether or not lined, not fitted with mechanical/thermal equipment). The HS code for aluminum collapsible tubes is 7612.10. This code specifically covers collapsible tubular containers made of aluminum, with a capacity of 300 liters or less, and not designed for compressed or liquefied gas.
How do I classify Aluminum collapsible tubes for customs?
Aluminum collapsible tubes is classified under HS code 761210 — Aluminium; collapsible tubular containers, for any material, (not compressed or liquefied gas), 300l capacity or less, whether or not lined, not fitted with mechanical/thermal equipment. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are aluminum tubes for compressed gas classified under 7612.10?
No, aluminum tubes designed for compressed or liquefied gas are explicitly excluded from HS code 7612.10. This subheading is for containers for "any material, (not compressed or liquefied gas)." Such gas cylinders or containers would typically be classified under other headings, potentially in Chapter 76 if they are rigid containers, or other chapters depending on their specific design and function for gas storage.
Which countries are the top exporters of aluminum collapsible tubes (HS 761210)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 761210 (the code used for aluminum collapsible tubes) in UN Comtrade data were Slovakia ($106M, 20% of world exports), Germany ($74M) and Austria ($74M). World exports came to about $542M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $765M of its chapter 76 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of aluminum collapsible tubes (HS 761210)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 761210 (the code used for aluminum collapsible tubes) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($69M, 12% of world imports), France ($38M) and the United States ($30M). World imports came to about $571M, 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 collapsible tubes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 761210 for Aluminum collapsible tubes 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 collapsible tubes in Brazil?
In Brazil, aluminum collapsible tubes (HS 761210) is classified under NCM 7612.10.00.