HS Code for Aluminum rod

Aluminum rods are classified under HS code 7604.10. Under the Harmonized System, "bars and rods" are defined as products which have a uniform solid cross-section along their whole length in the shape of circles, ovals, rectangles (including squares), equilateral triangles, or regular convex polygons. For classification under 7604.10, these items must be made of non-alloyed aluminum. The distinction between a rod and a wire (heading 7605) is often based on whether the product is in coils and its cross-sectional dimension. Rods are typically straight lengths, though they can be in large coils, but they are generally thicker than wire. This code is part of the broader category for semi-manufactured aluminum products that have not yet been turned into finished articles. The classification is strictly for solid products; any hollow center would reclassify the item as a pipe or tube.

Products Included

• Solid round aluminum rods
• Square aluminum bars
• Hexagonal aluminum rods
• Rectangular aluminum bars (thickness exceeding 1/10th of width)
• Cold-finished aluminum rods

Common Misclassification

Aluminum rods are often misclassified as aluminum wire under HS code 7605.11. While both can be circular in cross-section, wire is typically defined by being in coils and having a smaller diameter. Another common error is confusing rods with aluminum plates or sheets (7606). If the product is rectangular, it is only a rod if its thickness exceeds one-tenth of its width; otherwise, it is classified as a plate, sheet, or strip under 7606.

FAQ

What is the HS code for aluminum bars?

Solid aluminum bars made of non-alloyed aluminum are classified under HS code 7604.10.

When is an aluminum rod classified as wire?

It is classified as wire under 7605 if it is in coils and meets specific diameter requirements defined by the national customs authority, usually under 7mm.