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CN code 760429 covers open-section aluminium alloy profiles not falling within any other subheading, including angles, channels, T-sections and other shapes produced by extrusion or rolling. These products are manufactured from aluminium alloys, most commonly from the 6000-series (AlMgSi), which offers an excellent combination of strength, corrosion resistance, weldability and surface finish capability. Open profiles are characterised by their non-enclosed cross-sectional geometry, distinguishing them from hollow sections and tubes. They serve critical structural and aesthetic roles across a wide range of industries: construction (curtain walls, window and door framing, structural glazing systems), transportation (rail vehicles, automotive body components), industrial machinery (conveyor systems, support frames), and furniture manufacturing. The ability to anodise, powder-coat or mill these profiles to tight tolerances makes them suitable for both load-bearing and decorative applications. Profiles can be supplied in various temper conditions including T5, T6 and T66.

CN heading 7604 covers bars, rods and profiles of aluminium. Within this heading, subheading 760421 applies to profiles of non-alloy aluminium, while 760429 covers all other alloy profiles with open cross-sections. The key classification principle is the shape of the cross-section: an open profile does not enclose a void, unlike hollow sections and tubes classified under CN 7608. Profiles supplied in straight lengths are classified under 7604, whereas wire wound into coils falls under 7605. When a product has characteristics of both a profile and a structural component, classification must follow the General Interpretative Rules of the Combined Nomenclature. Binding Tariff Information (BTI) decision from the relevant customs authority provides legal certainty for complex classifications.

Imports of aluminium alloy profiles into the European Union are subject to the Common Customs Tariff (CCT) rate, which should be verified via the TARIC database as it may be reduced under preferential trade agreements (e.g. with Canada, Japan, South Korea). Importers must check whether anti-dumping duties apply to the specific product and country of origin, as the EU has imposed measures on certain aluminium profiles originating in China - these should be verified before signing import contracts. Since 1 January 2026, aluminium profiles under CN 760429 are fully within scope of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers are required to hold authorised CBAM declarant status, report embedded CO2 emissions (including indirect emissions for electricity consumption in aluminium production), and surrender CBAM certificates by 31 May of the year following import. Non-compliance carries financial penalties.

Importing other aluminium alloy profiles (CN code 7604 29) into the European Union requires a customs declaration with the correct TARIC code. The duty rate for aluminium products in Chapter 76 ranges from 3% to 7.5% depending on the degree of processing. Unwrought aluminium may benefit from autonomous tariff suspensions or quotas. Required documents include a commercial invoice, mill certificate per EN 10204, transport document and certificate of origin. Import VAT is charged on the customs value plus duty. A CBAM declaration may be required for unwrought aluminium under the Carbon Border.