7407.10.50 - Bars and rods

This category encompasses copper bars and rods that are manufactured from refined copper. Refined copper, as per Note 1 to Chapter 74, is understood to be copper of a purity exceeding 99.85% by weight. These items are characterized by their solid cross-sections and are typically produced through processes such as extrusion, rolling, drawing, or forging. The primary function of these bars and rods is as raw material or intermediate goods for further manufacturing processes, including fabrication into other articles or components.

Within Chapter 7407, the distinction between "Bars and rods" and "Profiles" lies in their cross-sectional shape. While both fall under copper articles with a solid cross-section, profiles are defined by having a cross-sectional shape other than circular, oval, rectangular, or square. Therefore, this category specifically addresses items that are circular, oval, rectangular, or square in cross-section, differentiating them from the more complex or irregular shapes classified as profiles.

The subcategories further refine the classification of these refined copper bars and rods based on their specific cross-sectional geometry. The category "Having a rectangular cross section" isolates those items that conform strictly to a rectangular shape. The "Other" subcategory serves as a residual classification, encompassing all other types of refined copper bars and rods that do not meet the specific criteria of a rectangular cross-section, but still fit the broader definition of bars and rods within this heading.