Aluminum from 🇨🇳 China: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for aluminum imported from China. Total 2025 imports: $851M.
Quick answer for US importers
What is the US import duty on aluminum from China?
Aluminum imported into the United States from China must be classified under the correct HTS code before the US duty rate can be confirmed. The rate depends on the 10-digit HTS classification, base MFN duty, country-of-origin rules, and any special tariff program or trade remedy that applies to the shipment.
Section 301 Tariffs
Additional tariffs of 7.5%–25% (some up to 100%) apply to most goods from China under four Section 301 lists. Covers electronics, machinery, consumer goods, and more.
Section 232 — Steel
25% tariff on steel imports under Section 232 national security authority.
Section 232 — Aluminum
10% tariff on aluminum imports under Section 232 national security authority.
HTS Codes for Aluminum — Duty Rates
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Search Aluminum HTS codesTop Aluminum Imports from China (2025)
| HS6 Code | Description | Import Value | Duties Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 760612 | ALUMINUM ALLOY RECTANGULAR (INCLUDING SQUARE) PLATES, SHEETS AND STRIP, OVER 0.2 MM THICK | $332M | $219M |
| 761010 | ALUMINUM DOORS, WINDOWS AND THEIR FRAMES AND THRESHOLDS FOR DOORS | $143M | $65M |
| 760720 | ALUMINUM FOIL, NOT OVER 0.2 MM THICK, BACKED | $62M | $27M |
| 761090 | ALUMINUM STRUCTURES AND PARTS OF STRUCTURES, NESOI | $58M | $39M |
| 760711 | ALUMINUM FOIL, NOT OVER 0.2 MM THICK, NOT BACKED, ROLLED BUT NOT FURTHER WORKED | $55M | $20M |
| 281820 | ALUMINUM OXIDE, EXCEPT ARTIFICIAL CORUNDUM, NESOI | $49M | $6M |
| 760611 | ALUMINUM NONALLOYED RECTANGULAR (INCLUDING SQUARE) PLATES, SHEETS AND STRIP, OVER 0.2 MM THICK | $30M | $24M |
| 760900 | ALUMINUM TUBE OR PIPE FITTINGS (INCLUDING COUPLINGS, ELBOWS, AND SLEEVES) | $29M | $20M |
| 760719 | ALUMINUM FOIL, NOT OVER 0.2 MM THICK, NOT BACKED, NESOI | $20M | $11M |
| 281830 | ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE | $17M | $7M |
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
Rates and trade context on this page are checked against official tariff, customs, trade-policy, and import-data sources. Use the calculator for an item-specific duty stack before making entry, quote, or purchase decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Section 232 tariff on aluminum?
Section 232 imposes a 10% tariff on most aluminum imports, increased to 25% for certain countries. Canada had been exempt but the tariff was reimposed in 2025. Mexico is subject to the tariff.
What HTS codes cover aluminum?
Aluminum products fall under HTS Chapter 76. Key codes include 7601 (unwrought aluminum), 7604 (bars and profiles), 7606 (plates and sheets), 7607 (foil), and 7608 (tubes and pipes).
Are there anti-dumping duties on Chinese aluminum?
Yes, AD/CVD orders cover aluminum extrusions, foil, and other products from China with combined duty rates that can exceed 300% for some manufacturers.
What tariffs apply to aluminum from China?
Aluminum imported from China are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 301 Tariffs, Section 232 — Steel, Section 232 — Aluminum tariff overlays. Use the duty calculator to get the exact rate for your HTS code.
How do I calculate the landed cost for aluminum from China?
The landed cost includes the product value (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties (base rate plus any applicable overlays), Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464% of value, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of dutiable value). Use our landed cost calculator to get the full breakdown.
What HTS codes apply to aluminum from China?
Aluminum classifications depend on product details such as material, construction, use, and value. Start with the HTS codes listed on this page, then confirm the exact 10-digit HTS code before filing an entry.
Is this page about US import duty or China import duty?
This page covers US customs duty when aluminum are imported into the United States from China. It is not China's own import tariff schedule for goods entering China.
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