HS Code for Aluminum mesh

HS code 761691 specifically covers "Aluminium; cloth, grill, netting and fencing, of aluminium wire". Aluminum mesh, being a woven, expanded, or welded structure made from aluminum wire, directly aligns with the descriptions of cloth, grill, or netting. This classification places it within Chapter 76, which deals with aluminum and articles thereof, and specifically under a subheading for other articles of aluminum, emphasizing its fabricated nature from wire rather than being a solid sheet or profile.

Products Included

• Woven aluminum wire mesh
• Expanded aluminum mesh
• Aluminum insect screen
• Aluminum security mesh
• Aluminum filter mesh
• Aluminum fencing made from wire

Common Misclassification

761699 (Other articles of aluminium, n.e.s.): This is a residual category for other aluminum articles not elsewhere specified. Aluminum mesh is specifically covered by 761691 due to its construction from wire, making 761699 inappropriate.
7607 (Aluminium foil): Aluminum foil is a thin, solid sheet, not a mesh made from interconnected wires. While both can be used for similar applications (e.g., screening), their manufacturing process and structural form are fundamentally different.
7314 (Cloth, grill, netting and fencing, of iron or steel wire): This code is for similar products made of iron or steel. Misclassification can occur if the material composition (aluminum vs. steel) is not accurately identified, which is a critical factor for HS classification.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Aluminum mesh?

Aluminum mesh is classified under HS code 761691. This code specifically covers articles of aluminum, such as cloth, grill, netting, and fencing, that are manufactured from aluminum wire. This classification is based on its material and its construction method.

What distinguishes aluminum mesh from aluminum foil for HS classification?

Aluminum mesh (HS 761691) is characterized by its construction from interwoven, welded, or expanded aluminum wires, creating an open, permeable structure. Aluminum foil (HS 7607), conversely, is a thin, continuous sheet of solid aluminum. The fundamental distinction for HS classification lies in their structural form and manufacturing process.