Product classification
HS code for Aluminum fasteners: 7616.10
Aluminium, nails, tacks, staples (other than those of heading no. 8305), screws, bolts, nuts, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers and similar articles.
Classification of aluminum fasteners under HS 7616.10
Aluminum fasteners are classified under HS code 761610, which specifically covers various articles of aluminum used for fastening or joining purposes. This classification is determined by the primary material composition, aluminum, and the functional nature of the products as fastening elements. The heading encompasses a broad range of items, including nails, screws, bolts, and similar articles, provided they are made of aluminum. This ensures that components designed for mechanical assembly, where aluminum is the predominant material, are grouped together for customs purposes.
- Covers
- Aluminum nails
- Aluminum tacks
- Aluminum staples (excluding those of heading 8305)
- Aluminum screws
- Aluminum bolts
- Aluminum nuts
- Aluminum screw hooks
- Aluminum rivets
- Aluminum cotters
- Aluminum cotter-pins
- Aluminum washers
- Also under 7616.10
- Aircraft-grade aluminium rivets
- marine-grade aluminium bolts
- aluminium screws for electronics
- architectural aluminium fasteners
- automotive aluminium nuts
Codes often confused with 7616.10
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 7318, which covers "Screws, bolts, nuts, coach screws, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers (including spring washers) and similar articles, of iron or steel." The critical distinction here is the material: 761610 is exclusively for aluminum fasteners, while 7318 is for those made of iron or steel. Another potential area of confusion is with HS code 8305, which specifically excludes staples from 761610. HS 8305 covers "Fittings for loose-leaf binders or files, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and similar office articles, of base metal; staples in strips (for example, for offices, upholstery, packaging), of base metal." The differentiation lies in the specific application and form of the staples (e.g., office staples in strips vs. general construction staples).
Top exporters and importers of HS 761610 (the code used for aluminum fasteners), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 761610 (the code used for aluminum fasteners) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 10.0% 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 761610, not only aluminum fasteners.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $258M 21% of world exports
- 2 Germany $186M 15% of world exports
- 3 China $163M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $136M 10.0% of world imports
- 2 China $131M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $117M 8.5% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 fasteners
Brazil classifies aluminum fasteners under NCM 7616.10.00: HS 7616.10 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 fasteners
What is the HS code for Aluminum fasteners?
The HS code for Aluminum fasteners is 761610 (Aluminium; nails, tacks, staples (other than those of heading no. 8305), screws, bolts, nuts, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers and similar articles). The HS code for aluminum fasteners, including items such as screws, bolts, nuts, and rivets made of aluminum, is 761610.
How do I classify Aluminum fasteners for customs?
Aluminum fasteners is classified under HS code 761610 — Aluminium; nails, tacks, staples (other than those of heading no. 8305), screws, bolts, nuts, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers and similar articles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How are aluminum fasteners distinguished from steel fasteners in HS classification?
Aluminum fasteners are distinguished from steel fasteners primarily by their material composition. Aluminum fasteners fall under Chapter 76 (Aluminum and articles thereof), specifically 761610, while steel fasteners are classified under Chapter 73 (Articles of iron or steel), typically under HS code 7318.
Which countries are the top exporters of aluminum fasteners (HS 761610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 761610 (the code used for aluminum fasteners) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($258M, 21% of world exports), Germany ($186M) and China ($163M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 aluminum fasteners (HS 761610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 761610 (the code used for aluminum fasteners) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($136M, 10.0% of world imports), China ($131M) and Germany ($117M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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.
Is the HS code for Aluminum fasteners the same in all countries?
The base HS code 761610 for Aluminum fasteners 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 fasteners in Brazil?
In Brazil, aluminum fasteners (HS 761610) is classified under NCM 7616.10.00.