HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 7201.10 – Iron; non-alloy pig iron containing by weight 0.5% or less of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms

HS code 7201.10 is the 6-digit subheading for iron, non-alloy pig iron containing by weight 0.5% or less of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms. It is used for low-phosphorus pig iron ingots, foundry pig iron (low P), basic pig iron (low P), nodular pig iron (low P) and hematite pig iron (low P).

What HS 7201.10 covers

This HS code covers a specific type of pig iron, an intermediate product in steelmaking, characterized by a low phosphorus content (0.5% or less). It is traded in primary forms such as pigs, blocks, or other crude shapes. This low-phosphorus pig iron is highly valued for producing high-quality steels, particularly those requiring good ductility, weldability, and impact strength, as excess phosphorus can make steel brittle. Major importers are steel mills and foundries that require precise control over their alloy compositions, while exporters are typically integrated steel producers or specialized pig iron manufacturers. The 'CBAM' tag indicates its inclusion in the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, adding a layer of carbon emissions reporting and potential costs for importers into the EU.

Covers
  • Low-phosphorus pig iron ingots
  • Foundry pig iron (low P)
  • Basic pig iron (low P)
  • Nodular pig iron (low P)
  • Hematite pig iron (low P)
  • Granulated pig iron (low P)
Examples
  • ArcelorMittal (steel production)
  • Baowu Steel Group
  • Tata Steel
  • various foundries
  • Nucor (steel manufacturing)

Codes often confused with 7201.10

Common mistake. This is specifically for *low-phosphorus* pig iron, distinguishing it from other pig iron types like high-phosphorus (720120) or spiegeleisen (720150).

7201.20Iron; non-alloy pig iron containing by weight more than 0.5% of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms7201.50Iron; alloy pig iron; spiegeleisen, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms

Top exporters and importers of HS code 720110, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 720110 in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 48% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Brazil $1.7B
  2. 2 Russia* ~$1.0B
  3. 3 Ukraine* ~$874M

World total: $4.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $2.3B
  2. 2 Türkiye $821M
  3. 3 Italy $635M

World total: $4.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for 7201.10

Brazil does not split HS 7201.10: its NCM code is 7201.10.00.

  1. 7201.10.00 Non-alloy pig iron, phosphorus 0.5% or lessFerro fundido bruto não ligado, que contenha, em peso, 0,5 % ou menos de fósforo

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 72.01 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

EU Regulatory Requirements

This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.

Questions about HS 7201.10

What is HS code 720110?

HS code 720110 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron; non-alloy pig iron containing by weight 0.5% or less of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms. This HS code covers a specific type of pig iron, an intermediate product in steelmaking, characterized by a low phosphorus content (0.5% or less). It is traded in primary forms such as pigs, blocks, or other crude shapes. This low-phosphorus pig iron is highly valued for producing high-quality steels, particularly those requiring good ductility, weldability, and impact strength, as excess phosphorus can make steel brittle. Major importers are steel mills and foundries that require precise control over their alloy compositions, while exporters are typically integrated steel producers or specialized pig iron manufacturers. The 'CBAM' tag indicates its inclusion in the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, adding a layer of carbon emissions reporting and potential costs for importers into the EU.

What products fall under HS code 720110?

Low-phosphorus pig iron ingots, Foundry pig iron (low P), Basic pig iron (low P), Nodular pig iron (low P), Hematite pig iron (low P), Granulated pig iron (low P)

What are common misclassifications for HS code 720110?

This is specifically for *low-phosphorus* pig iron, distinguishing it from other pig iron types like high-phosphorus (720120) or spiegeleisen (720150).

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 720110?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 720110 in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($1.7B, 37% of world exports), Russia (about $1.0B) and Ukraine (about $874M). World exports came to about $4.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 720110?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 720110 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.3B, 48% of world imports), Türkiye ($821M) and Italy ($635M). World imports came to about $4.9B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 720110 structured?

HS code 720110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 720110?

In Brazil, HS code 720110 is NCM 7201.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.