aluminum food packaging case
Aluminum-backed food wrapper from China
A food wrapper may look like paper packaging, but backed aluminum foil facts can move the duty and tariff analysis.
ReviewedLast reviewed: Aug 22, 2026
- Published:
- Aug 14, 2026
- Next review due:
- Sep 22, 2026
Tariff programs, exclusions, rulings, and agency guidance can change. Use this page as research context and verify official sources before filing.
Source coverage
- USITC HTS schedule and chapter notes
- CBP CROSS ruling corpus
- USTR Section 301 and exclusion signals
- reviewed Section 232 and current Chapter 99 tariff overlays
- CPSC recall feed when product facts suggest it
Important: AI output requires professional review
Moya provides AI-assisted research for U.S. import workflows. Results are not a binding CBP ruling, legal advice, customs brokerage advice, or filing instruction. Verify HTS codes, duties, and compliance requirements with a licensed customs broker or official source before relying on them.
Example input
China-origin printed fast-food sandwich wrappers laminated with aluminum foil and bleached paper, cut to shape for restaurant use.
Candidate HTS path
Backed aluminum foil can point toward 7607.20.1000 when aluminum gives the article its essential character.
Tariff signals to verify
Verify Section 232 aluminum treatment, derivative aluminum rules, and any China-specific tariff layers.
Questions before broker review
- What are the paper and aluminum weight percentages?
- Does the aluminum layer provide barrier function or only decoration?
Source freshness note
Section 232 and derivative-product data should be checked against current HTS Chapter 99 notes.