HTS Chapter 76 — Aluminum Tariff Rates (2026)

Covers unwrought aluminum, aluminum alloys, aluminum plates, sheets, foil, tubes, and fabricated aluminum structural products.

Rate Overview

Avg MFN Rate

10%

Section 122

50%

Section 232

7.5-100%

Section 301 (China)

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Key Headings in Chapter 76

HTS Code	Description	MFN Rate	Sec 232	Sec 301
7601	Unwrought aluminum	Free	10%	N/A
7604	Aluminum bars, rods, and profiles	5%	10%	25%
7606	Aluminum plates, sheets, and strip	3%	10%	25%
7607	Aluminum foil	5.3%	10%	25%
7608	Aluminum tubes and pipes	5%	10%	25%
7610	Aluminum structures	5.7%	10%	25%
7616	Other articles of aluminum	5%	N/A	25%
7609	Aluminum tube or pipe fittings	5%	10%	25%
7615	Aluminum table, kitchen, and household articles	3.1%	N/A	25%

Common Products

Aluminum sheetsAluminum foilAluminum extrusionsAluminum cansAluminum wireAluminum platesAluminum structuresAluminum castings

HTS Chapter 76 covers aluminum, encompassing a wide range of products that enter the United States under various tariff classifications. Covers unwrought aluminum, aluminum alloys, aluminum plates, sheets, foil, tubes, and fabricated aluminum structural products. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 3%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, most imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026; scheduled to sunset approximately July 24, 2026). Products in this chapter may carry Section 232 metals tariffs — since the April 6, 2026 restructuring, 50% on articles wholly of steel, aluminum, or copper and 25% on derivative articles, assessed on full customs value (doubled to 50% in June 2025; the UK pays a reduced 25% under the Economic Prosperity Deal). Note that the 10% Section 122 surcharge does not stack on the Section 232 metal content — it applies only to any non-metal portion. Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Aluminum sheets, Aluminum foil, Aluminum extrusions, Aluminum cans, Aluminum wire, Aluminum plates, Aluminum structures, Aluminum castings. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 72, Chapter 73, Chapter 74, Chapter 75, Chapter 83, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 76 (Aluminum)?

The average MFN duty rate for aluminum is 3%. Most imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Section 232 metals tariffs apply to steel/aluminum/copper articles — 50% on articles wholly of the metal and 25% on derivatives (full customs value); Section 122 does not stack on the metal content. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.

What products are in HTS Chapter 76?

Chapter 76 covers aluminum, including Aluminum sheets, Aluminum foil, Aluminum extrusions, Aluminum cans, Aluminum wire. Related chapters include Chapter 72, Chapter 73, Chapter 74, Chapter 75, Chapter 83.

Are aluminum subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?

Yes, products in this chapter may be subject to Section 232 metals tariffs — 50% on articles wholly of steel/aluminum/copper and 25% on derivative articles (full customs value; UK 25%). Section 122 does not stack on the metal content. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.