HS Code for Aluminum wire mesh
Aluminum wire mesh, including cloth, grill, and netting, is classified under HS code 7616.91. This classification is situated within the 'Other articles of aluminum' heading. The determination for this code is based on two primary factors: the material (aluminum) and the manufacturing process (woven or interlaced wire). According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, this subheading covers products made of aluminum wire that are woven into a mesh or grill. This includes materials used for screening, fencing, or industrial filtering. The classification logic follows the principle that the product has been further worked beyond simple wire (which would be in 7605) but does not constitute a specific structural part (which might be in 7610). The wire used must be of aluminum, and the resulting product must retain the characteristics of a mesh or netting. This code is essential for identifying semi-finished or finished aluminum wire products used in construction, agriculture, and manufacturing.
Products Included
- Woven aluminum wire cloth
- Aluminum insect screening for windows and doors
- Aluminum wire grill and netting
- Aluminum fencing made from wire
- Industrial aluminum wire filters
- Expanded metal made from aluminum wire-like structures
Common Misclassification
Aluminum wire mesh is often confused with HS code 7605, which is the code for raw aluminum wire. The distinction lies in the 'working' of the material; once the wire is woven into a mesh, it must move to 7616.91. Another common error is using HS code 7314, which is specifically for cloth, grill, and netting made of iron or steel wire. It is vital to verify the base metal through a chemical analysis or material certificate to ensure the correct chapter (76 for aluminum vs. 73 for steel) is selected.
FAQ
What is the HS code for aluminum wire mesh?
The correct HS code for aluminum wire mesh, cloth, and netting is 7616.91.
Does this include expanded aluminum metal?
Woven mesh is strictly 7616.91. However, expanded metal sheets are often classified under 7616.99 unless they specifically meet the wire-mesh definition of 7616.91.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Aluminum wire mesh?
The HS code for Aluminum wire mesh is 761691 (Aluminium; cloth, grill, netting and fencing, of aluminium wire).
How do I classify Aluminum wire mesh for customs?
Aluminum wire mesh is classified under HS code 761691 — Aluminium; cloth, grill, netting and fencing, of aluminium wire. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Aluminum wire mesh the same in all countries?
The base HS code 761691 for Aluminum wire mesh is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.