7606.12.30.45 - Body stock

This HTS classification, **7606.12.30.45**, specifically covers "body stock" made from aluminum alloys. Body stock refers to flat-rolled aluminum in rectangular (including square) form, with a thickness not exceeding 0.2 mm, and not clad. Within the broader category of aluminum plates, sheets, and strip, this classification is reserved for material specifically designated for use in manufacturing the main body or shell of containers, such as cans. The key defining characteristic is its intended application as the primary structural component of a cylindrical or prismatic vessel.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling, **7606.12.30.55**, which is designated as "lid stock." While both are flat-rolled aluminum alloys of a similar thickness range, body stock is designed for forming the main vessel, whereas lid stock is specifically manufactured for creating closures or tops for such containers. The physical properties and manufacturing tolerances may differ to accommodate these distinct end-uses.

As this node represents a leaf in the HTS classification tree, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification under 7606.12.30.45 is on ensuring the material meets the precise specifications for aluminum alloy body stock intended for container manufacturing, as opposed to other forms of aluminum flat-rolled products or materials intended for different applications like lids.