Product classification

HS code for Aluminum foil: 7607.19

Aluminium, foil, (not backed), of a thickness not exceeding 0.2mm, not rolled.

Classification of aluminum foil under HS 7607.19

Aluminum foil, specifically unbacked foil with a thickness not exceeding 0.2mm, is classified under HS code 760719. This code falls under the broader category of aluminum foil (7607) and is further refined to cover foil that is "not backed" (7607.1). The specific sub-heading 760719, designated as "Other," applies to unbacked aluminum foil that has undergone processing beyond simple rolling, or is presented in a form other than simply rolled coils. This ensures that aluminum foil, which is a versatile product used in packaging, insulation, and various industrial applications, is accurately categorized based on its material, thickness, and the extent of its processing.

Covers
  • Unbacked aluminum foil sheets (thickness not exceeding 0.2mm)
  • Embossed unbacked aluminum foil (thickness not exceeding 0.2mm)
  • Cut-to-size unbacked aluminum foil (thickness not exceeding 0.2mm)
  • Perforated unbacked aluminum foil (thickness not exceeding 0.2mm)
Also under 7607.19
  • Custom-cut foil for electronics
  • Stamped foil for decorative items
  • Specialized foil for scientific instruments

Codes often confused with 7607.19

Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 760711, which covers "Aluminium; foil, (not backed), of a thickness not exceeding 0.2mm, rolled but not further worked." The key distinction between 760719 and 760711 is the extent of processing. 760711 is for foil that is simply rolled and not subjected to any further working (e.g., embossing, cutting to shape), whereas 760719 encompasses foil that has undergone such additional processing or is presented in a different form. Another area of confusion is with HS code 760720, which covers "Aluminium; foil, backed." The critical difference here is the presence of a backing material (e.g., paper, plastic) in 760720, which is absent in 760719. Lastly, HS code 7606 covers "Aluminium plates, sheets and strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.2 mm." This is differentiated by thickness, as foil (7607) is defined as having a thickness not exceeding 0.2 mm.

7607.11Aluminium; foil, (not backed), rolled (but not further worked), of a thickness not exceeding 0.2mm7607.20Aluminium; foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm76.06Aluminium; plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm76.07Aluminium foil (whether or not printed or backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials) of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm

Top exporters and importers of HS 760719 (the code used for aluminum foil), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 760719 (the code used for aluminum foil) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 9.2% 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 760719, not only aluminum foil.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $1.6B
  2. 2 Thailand $411M
  3. 3 Germany $388M

World total: $4.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 India $394M
  2. 2 Germany $300M
  3. 3 China $208M

World total: $4.3B 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 aluminum foil

Brazil splits HS 7607.19 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

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 foil

What is the HS code for Aluminum foil?

The HS code for Aluminum foil is 760719 (Aluminium; foil, (not backed), of a thickness not exceeding 0.2mm, not rolled). For unbacked aluminum foil with a thickness not exceeding 0.2mm that has undergone processing beyond simple rolling, the HS code is 760719.

How do I classify Aluminum foil for customs?

Aluminum foil is classified under HS code 760719 — Aluminium; foil, (not backed), of a thickness not exceeding 0.2mm, not rolled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the difference between backed and unbacked aluminum foil in HS classification?

The primary difference is the presence of an additional layer. Backed aluminum foil, which has a layer of material like paper or plastic, is classified under HS code 760720. Unbacked aluminum foil, consisting solely of aluminum, falls under HS codes 760711 or 760719, depending on its processing.

Which countries are the top exporters of aluminum foil (HS 760719)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 760719 (the code used for aluminum foil) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.6B, 38% of world exports), Thailand ($411M) and Germany ($388M). World exports came to about $4.2B, 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 foil (HS 760719)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 760719 (the code used for aluminum foil) in UN Comtrade data were India ($394M, 9.2% of world imports), Germany ($300M) and China ($208M). World imports came to about $4.3B, 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.

Is the HS code for Aluminum foil the same in all countries?

The base HS code 760719 for Aluminum foil 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 foil in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 760719 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for aluminum foil depends on the product's details: 7607.19.10 (Electrochemically etched aluminium foil), 7607.19.90 (Other unbacked aluminium foil).