7606.92.30 - Not clad

This HTS category, 7606.92.30, specifically covers aluminum plates, sheets, and strip that are not clad, are made of aluminum alloys, and have a thickness exceeding 0.2 mm. The "not clad" designation is crucial, indicating that these articles are formed solely from an aluminum alloy and have not undergone any process of bonding or layering with another material to form a composite surface. This distinguishes them from clad aluminum articles which have a distinct outer layer.

Within the broader classification of aluminum plates, sheets, and strip of aluminum alloys, this subheading differentiates itself from its sibling, 7606.92.60, which covers similar articles but are explicitly described as "clad." Therefore, when classifying aluminum articles under heading 7606, it is essential to determine whether the article has a bonded outer layer or is composed entirely of the base aluminum alloy.

The subcategories within 7606.92.30 further refine the classification based on the physical dimension of thickness. 7606.92.30.25 applies to articles with a thickness of more than 6.3 mm, while 7606.92.30.35 applies to those with a thickness of 6.3 mm or less. This distinction is a key criterion for accurate tariff application, allowing for precise categorization based on the product's dimensions.