Plugging the leaks, Part 1: How aluminum trade groups are closing gaps in Section 232

The latest round of Section 232 inclusions captures a growing number of “other” or residual product categories.

In cases where a sector’s dominant tariff classification covered too few specific product codes, or where exporters began reclassifying goods under alternate Harmonized Tarriff Schedule (HTS) codes to avoid the 50% ad valorem duty, U.S. import data began to show rising volumes in those reclassified codes.

Nicholas Bell

Nicholas brings over half a decade of experience covering metals markets, pricing trends, and supply chain dynamics. Prior to joining AMU, he reported on aluminum, high-temperature scrap, and ferro-alloy markets at Argus Media, with additional coverage of minor metals and rare earths. His work has built deep expertise in North American metals pricing and trade flows. A native of Houston, Nicholas holds a bachelor’s degree in Media Production and an MBA with a concentration in Finance, both from the University of Houston.