7616.99.51.40 - Venetian blinds and parts thereof

This category, HTS Code 7616.99.51.40, specifically classifies Venetian blinds and their constituent parts when made of aluminum. These are typically adjustable window coverings consisting of a series of horizontal slats suspended by cords or tapes, allowing for control of light and airflow. The classification extends to all components of such blinds, including the slats, headrails, bottom rails, tilt mechanisms, and operating cords, provided they are made of aluminum.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, it is important to note that 7616.99.51.20 covers laminated goods composed of multiple aluminum sheets, while 7616.99.51.30 specifically deals with aluminum ladders. Furthermore, 7616.99.51.50 is reserved for hangers and supports designed for pipes and tubes. Therefore, Venetian blinds, by their specific design and function as window coverings, are distinctly classified under 7616.99.51.40.

As this node represents a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification decisions for this item will therefore hinge on its confirmed identity as a Venetian blind or a part thereof, and confirmation that the primary material is aluminum, aligning with the scope of Chapter 76, which pertains to aluminum and articles thereof.