HS Code for Aluminum pipe

Aluminum pipes and tubes are classified under HS code 7608.10 when they consist of non-alloyed aluminum. According to the Harmonized System Explanatory Notes, tubes and pipes are defined as hollow products, coiled or not, which have a uniform cross-section with only one enclosed void along their whole length in the shape of circles, ovals, rectangles, squares, equilateral triangles, or regular convex polygons. For classification under 7608.10, the product must be made of "aluminum, not alloyed," which typically means an aluminum content of at least 99% by weight, provided that the content by weight of any other element does not exceed the limits specified in the Chapter 76 notes. This heading excludes products that have been further worked into specific identifiable articles, such as machinery parts or structural components, which would move the classification to other headings like 84 or 7610. The manufacturing process, whether extruded, drawn, or welded, does not change the primary classification under 7608.

Products Included

• Seamless non-alloyed aluminum pipes
• Welded aluminum tubes
• Circular aluminum tubing for fluid transport
• Rectangular aluminum pipes for irrigation
• Coiled aluminum tubing for heat exchangers

Common Misclassification

Aluminum pipes are often confused with HS code 7604.10 (aluminum profiles). The key distinction is that 7608 must be hollow; if the product is solid, it is a bar or profile under 7604. Another common misclassification is HS code 7609.00, which is reserved for tube or pipe fittings (such as elbows or sleeves). If the pipe has been fabricated into a specific structure, such as a window frame or a bridge section, it must be classified under HS code 7610.

FAQ

What is the HS code for aluminum tubing?

Aluminum tubing made of non-alloyed aluminum is classified under HS code 7608.10.

Does this code include aluminum pipe fittings?

No, aluminum pipe fittings like couplings and elbows are classified under HS code 7609.00.