Product classification
HS code for Unwrought aluminum: 7601.10
Aluminium, unwrought, (not alloyed).
Classification of unwrought aluminum under HS 7601.10
Unwrought aluminum that is not alloyed is classified under HS code 7601.10. The term 'unwrought' refers to metal in its primary, cast form, such as ingots, billets, slabs, or pigs, which have been produced by smelting or refining but have not yet been subjected to further manufacturing processes like rolling, extruding, or forging. For classification under 7601.10, the aluminum must meet the purity standards for 'non-alloyed' aluminum, which generally requires an aluminum content of at least 99% by weight. This classification is critical for the global metals market, as it distinguishes pure primary aluminum from aluminum alloys. The determination is made based on chemical analysis; if the weight of any other element (such as iron or silicon) exceeds the limits defined in the Chapter 76 notes, the product must be classified as an alloy. This code is used by smelters and primary producers to export the raw metal to downstream manufacturers who will eventually turn it into sheets, foil, or structural profiles.
- Covers
- Aluminum ingots (99%+ purity)
- Unalloyed aluminum billets
- Primary aluminum slabs
- Aluminum pigs (unwrought)
- Unalloyed aluminum T-bars
- Also under 7601.10
- Alcoa
- Rio Tinto Alcan
- Rusal
- Hydro Aluminium
- Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA)
- Chalco
Codes often confused with 7601.10
Common mistake. The primary misclassification occurs with HS code 7601.20, which is for unwrought aluminum alloys. The distinction is purely chemical; if the aluminum is less than 99% pure or contains other elements above specific thresholds, it must move to 7601.20. Another error involves HS code 7602.00, which covers aluminum waste and scrap. While scrap may also be in a raw state, it is defined by its origin as refuse or broken items, whereas 7601.10 is for primary metal. Finally, 7604 should be avoided for billets that have been extruded, as 7604 is for finished bars and profiles.
Top exporters and importers of HS 760110 (the code used for unwrought aluminum), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 760110 (the code used for unwrought aluminum) in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 16% 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 760110, not only unwrought aluminum.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$7.6B 19% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Canada $4.5B 11% of world exports
- 3 Australia $3.5B 8.8% of world exports
World total: $39.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $6.6B 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $5.0B 12% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $3.2B 8.0% of world imports
World total: $40.2B 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 unwrought aluminum
Brazil classifies unwrought aluminum under NCM 7601.10.00: HS 7601.10 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 unwrought aluminum
What is the HS code for Unwrought aluminum?
The HS code for Unwrought aluminum is 760110 (Aluminium; unwrought, (not alloyed)). The HS code for unwrought, non-alloyed aluminum is 7601.10.
How do I classify Unwrought aluminum for customs?
Unwrought aluminum is classified under HS code 760110 — Aluminium; unwrought, (not alloyed). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines aluminum as 'not alloyed' in the HS system?
Aluminum is considered 'not alloyed' if it contains at least 99% aluminum by weight, provided the content of other elements remains below the limits specified in Chapter 76, Note 1(a).
Which countries are the top exporters of unwrought aluminum (HS 760110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 760110 (the code used for unwrought aluminum) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $7.6B, 19% of world exports), Canada ($4.5B) and Australia ($3.5B). World exports came to about $39.7B, 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 unwrought aluminum (HS 760110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 760110 (the code used for unwrought aluminum) in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.6B, 16% of world imports), the United States ($5.0B) and Türkiye ($3.2B). World imports came to about $40.2B, 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 Unwrought aluminum the same in all countries?
The base HS code 760110 for Unwrought aluminum 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 unwrought aluminum in Brazil?
In Brazil, unwrought aluminum (HS 760110) is classified under NCM 7601.10.00.