HS Code for Aluminum scrap

HS code 760200 is designated for aluminium waste and scrap. This classification applies to aluminium materials that have reached the end of their primary use cycle and are intended for reprocessing or recycling. It specifically covers metallic aluminium that is no longer in its original manufactured form and is unsuitable for direct reuse without further metallurgical processing. The key characteristic for classification under this code is the material's status as discarded or residual aluminium, destined for remelting.

Products Included

• Used beverage cans (UBCs)
• Industrial offcuts and trimmings from manufacturing processes
• Demolition scrap, such as window frames and architectural extrusions
• Old aluminium wiring and cables (stripped or unstripped)
• Discarded aluminium sheets, plates, and foils
• Automotive aluminium components, including wheels and engine blocks

Common Misclassification

Aluminum scrap (760200) is often confused with unwrought aluminium (7601) and semi-finished aluminium products like bars, rods, and profiles (7604). The distinction lies in the material's state and intended use. HS code 7601 covers primary or secondary aluminium in raw forms such as ingots, billets, or slabs, which are new materials for manufacturing. HS code 7604 applies to new, semi-finished products intended for further fabrication. In contrast, 760200 is exclusively for metallic aluminium waste and residues designated for recycling, not for direct use in manufacturing new products without prior reprocessing.

FAQ

What is the HS code for aluminum scrap?

The Harmonized System (HS) code for aluminum scrap is 760200.

How is aluminum scrap distinguished from unwrought aluminum?

Aluminum scrap (760200) refers to discarded metallic aluminum intended for recycling, while unwrought aluminum (7601) refers to new, primary or secondary aluminum in raw forms like ingots, intended for manufacturing.