Product classification
HS code for Aluminum tube: 7608.10
Aluminium, tubes and pipes, not alloyed.
Classification of aluminum tube under HS 7608.10
HS code 760810 specifically classifies tubes and pipes made from non-alloyed aluminum. This classification is determined by two primary factors: the material composition and the product's form. "Non-alloyed" signifies that the aluminum does not contain other metallic elements in quantities sufficient to alter its fundamental properties, adhering to the purity standards defined within Chapter 76 notes. The term "tubes and pipes" refers to hollow products, typically of circular, oval, square, or rectangular cross-section, having a uniform wall thickness, used for conveying fluids or as structural components. This code ensures precise identification for customs purposes, distinguishing these basic aluminum forms from more complex or alloyed variants.
- Covers
- Seamless aluminum tubes of commercial purity.
- Welded aluminum pipes for general purpose applications.
- Extruded non-alloyed aluminum tubing.
- Drawn aluminum pipes used in various industries.
- Hollow profiles of non-alloyed aluminum, provided they meet the definition of tubes or pipes.
- Also under 7608.10
- Hydro Aluminium non-alloyed tubes
- Sapa (now Hydro) standard pipes
- Aleris pure aluminium tubing
Codes often confused with 7608.10
Common mistake. A common misclassification involves distinguishing non-alloyed aluminum tubes from their alloyed counterparts, which fall under HS code 760820. The key differentiator is the presence and proportion of alloying elements such as silicon, magnesium, or zinc. Another area of confusion can be with aluminum bars, rods, and profiles (HS code 7604), which are solid or have non-uniform cross-sections, unlike the hollow nature of tubes and pipes. Additionally, tubes made from other base metals, such as copper (Chapter 74) or iron/steel (Chapter 73), must be carefully differentiated.
Top exporters and importers of HS 760810 (the code used for aluminum tube), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 760810 (the code used for aluminum tube) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 17% 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 760810, not only aluminum tube.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $57M 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $46M 21% of world exports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$20M 8.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $224M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $59M 17% of world imports
- 2 Romania $51M 15% of world imports
- 3 Oman $21M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $337M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 code for aluminum tube
Brazil classifies aluminum tube under NCM 7608.10.00: HS 7608.10 with 00 added.
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 tube
What is the HS code for Aluminum tube?
The HS code for Aluminum tube is 760810 (Aluminium; tubes and pipes, not alloyed). The HS code for non-alloyed aluminum tubes and pipes is 760810. This code specifically applies to products made from unalloyed aluminum, in the form of hollow tubes or pipes.
How do I classify Aluminum tube for customs?
Aluminum tube is classified under HS code 760810 — Aluminium; tubes and pipes, not alloyed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What distinguishes alloyed from non-alloyed aluminum tubes?
The distinction lies in their chemical composition. Non-alloyed aluminum tubes consist primarily of aluminum with minimal impurities, typically meeting specific purity thresholds (e.g., 99% aluminum). Alloyed aluminum tubes, classified under 760820, contain intentionally added metallic elements (e.g., copper, magnesium, silicon, zinc) to enhance specific properties like strength, corrosion resistance, or weldability.
Which countries are the top exporters of aluminum tube (HS 760810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 760810 (the code used for aluminum tube) in UN Comtrade data were China ($57M, 25% of world exports), the United States ($46M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $20M). World exports came to about $224M, 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 tube (HS 760810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 760810 (the code used for aluminum tube) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($59M, 17% of world imports), Romania ($51M) and Oman ($21M). World imports came to about $337M, 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 tube the same in all countries?
The base HS code 760810 for Aluminum tube 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 tube in Brazil?
In Brazil, aluminum tube (HS 760810) is classified under NCM 7608.10.00.