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ALUMINIUM AND ARTICLES THEREOF›Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of aluminium; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of aluminium; sanitary ware and parts thereof, of aluminium
Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like
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Classification and product description - CN 761510
CN code 761510 covers table, kitchen and other household articles made of aluminium or aluminium alloys. The category includes pots, frying pans, saucepans, woks, milk pans, baking moulds, cake tins, baking trays, mixing bowls, colanders, plates, cups and similar kitchen and tableware articles. Articles may be manufactured from solid aluminium, pressed aluminium sheet or by die casting, and may be coated - for example with a non-stick PTFE or ceramic coating - without affecting tariff classification, provided aluminium remains the predominant material. The distinction from articles of other metals (Chapter 73 for steel, Chapter 74 for copper) requires identification of the dominant material. Articles of anodised or lacquered aluminium are also classified here. Complete sets of cookware are classified as a set under General Rule 3(b) according to the article that gives the set its essential character. At the 8- or 10-digit TARIC level, specific product characteristics such as surface coating or manufacturing method may be relevant for determining the applicable duty rate or trade defence measures.
Food contact safety, CBAM and import regulations - CN 761510
Aluminium kitchen articles intended for food contact are subject to Framework Regulation (EC) 1935/2004 on materials and articles intended to contact food. The EU does not have a dedicated harmonised regulation specifically covering aluminium in food contact, so compliance assessment relies on national regulations of EU Member States and Council of Europe standards (Resolution CM/Res(2013)9 on metals and alloys). Importers should verify that imported articles comply with applicable migration limits for aluminium and other metals in the country of destination within the EU. CN 761510 goods are within the scope of CBAM from 1 January 2026 - aluminium is fully covered by CBAM owing to the carbon intensity of primary metal production. Importers must hold embedded emissions data from foreign producers and submit CBAM declarations. Anti-dumping duties may apply to kitchen articles from China - current scope and rates should be verified in the TARIC database. Products must be safe under the General Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988. Labelling must include material information, manufacturer or importer details, and where applicable, usage instructions and warnings.
Documentation requirements and customs practice - aluminium kitchenware
Customs clearance of aluminium table and kitchen articles requires the standard trade documents: commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading. For food contact compliance, a supplier declaration of conformity and migration test results in accordance with EN standards or Council of Europe guidance are strongly advisable. For articles with a non-stick coating, evidence that the coating is free from prohibited substances - in particular PFOA (banned from 2020) and other PFAS substances subject to REACH restrictions - should be available. Market surveillance authorities may refer products for laboratory testing in case of safety concerns. For CBAM purposes, embedded emissions data expressed in tonnes of CO2 per tonne of aluminium must be obtained from the foreign manufacturer. Labels on imported products should be translated into the official language(s) of the destination country. Traders should maintain supply chain records enabling identification of the manufacturer in any product safety enforcement proceedings.
CBAM and environmental requirements for aluminium (CN 7615 10)
Aluminium classified under CN code 7615 10 (aluminium table and kitchen articles) may be subject to the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). From 2026, importers of unwrought aluminium must purchase CBAM certificates corresponding to CO2 emissions in the production process. Additionally, aluminium products must comply with REACH Regulation requirements and may be subject to restrictions on hazardous substances. Customs authorities verify environmental documentation during clearance. Aluminium recycling is particularly significant as secondary aluminium uses 95% less energy than.
Frequently asked questions
Are aluminium kitchen articles (CN 761510) subject to CBAM?
Yes. Aluminium table and kitchen articles classified under CN 761510 are within the full scope of CBAM from 1 January 2026. Importers must register as CBAM declarants, collect embedded CO2 emissions data per tonne of aluminium from the foreign producer, and submit annual CBAM declarations with a sufficient number of CBAM certificates. The obligation applies to imports from countries outside the EU and EEA that do not operate an equivalent carbon pricing system.
What food contact safety requirements apply to aluminium pots and pans imported into the EU?
Aluminium cookware in contact with food is governed by Framework Regulation (EC) 1935/2004. As the EU does not have a single harmonised implementing regulation specifically for aluminium, conformity is assessed against the national regulations of EU Member States or Council of Europe standards on metal migration. Importers should obtain a declaration of conformity and aluminium migration test results from the manufacturer. Articles with a non-stick coating must not contain prohibited PFAS substances such as PFOA. Market surveillance authorities may request laboratory testing if product safety is in question.
How are sets of aluminium cookware classified for customs purposes?
A complete set of aluminium cookware is classified as a whole under General Rule 3(b) of the Combined Nomenclature, according to the article that gives the set its essential character. Where all components of the set fall under the same tariff heading (761510), classification is straightforward. In the case of mixed sets containing components from different headings - such as a steel knife together with an aluminium pan - General Rule 3(b) or 3(c) applies. Where doubt exists, traders are advised to apply for Binding Tariff Information ruling from the relevant customs authority.
Are aluminium table and kitchen articles under CN 7615 10 subject to anti-dumping duties?
The applicability of anti-dumping duties for CN code 7615 10 depends on current EU regulations and the country of origin. Anti-dumping duties are imposed on specific products from designated countries. The current status can be verified in the.
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