7606.11.60.00 - Clad

This HTS classification, 7606.11.60.00, specifically covers aluminum plates, sheets, and strip that have a thickness greater than 0.2 mm, are rectangular in shape (including square), and are of unalloyed aluminum. The defining characteristic of this category is that these aluminum products are "clad," meaning they are covered or faced with a different metal or alloy. This cladding is typically applied for decorative purposes, to enhance corrosion resistance, or to improve specific surface properties.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 7606.11.30, is crucial. While both cover rectangular, unalloyed aluminum sheets and strips exceeding 0.2 mm in thickness, 7606.11.30 pertains to products that are *not* clad. Therefore, if an aluminum sheet or strip exhibits any form of cladding or facing, it would fall under this 7606.11.60.00 classification, rather than its unclad counterpart.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification at this level is determined by the physical characteristics of the aluminum product, specifically its thickness, shape, material composition (unalloyed aluminum), and the presence of cladding. Practical considerations for classification would include verifying the method and material of the cladding to ensure it meets the criteria for this specific "clad" designation.