HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7201.50 – Iron; alloy pig iron; spiegeleisen, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms
HS code 7201.50 is the 6-digit subheading for iron, alloy pig iron, spiegeleisen, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms. It is used for manganese pig iron, chromium pig iron, nickel pig iron, spiegeleisen blocks and vanadium pig iron.
What HS 7201.50 covers
This HS code covers alloy pig iron and spiegeleisen, which are primary forms of iron containing specific alloying elements beyond the typical impurities found in non-alloy pig iron. These materials are vital for producing specialized steels and cast irons with enhanced properties like strength, hardness, corrosion resistance, or specific magnetic characteristics. Spiegeleisen, a specific type of alloy pig iron rich in manganese, is particularly used as a deoxidizer and alloying agent in steelmaking. The trade in these products is driven by the demand from advanced manufacturing sectors, including automotive, construction, and machinery, where high-performance metals are required. Importers are typically countries with sophisticated steel and foundry industries, while exporters are often nations with integrated steel production facilities and access to alloying minerals. Understanding the specific alloy composition and its impact on the final steel product is crucial for traders, as is navigating the complex global supply chains for these specialized raw materials.
- Covers
- Manganese pig iron
- Chromium pig iron
- Nickel pig iron
- Spiegeleisen blocks
- Vanadium pig iron
- Molybdenum pig iron
- Titanium pig iron
- Examples
- Spiegeleisen from Ukraine
- Alloy pig iron from China Steel
- POSCO alloyed pig iron
- Nippon Steel special pig iron
Codes often confused with 7201.50
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 720110 or 720120 (non-alloy pig iron) if the alloying elements are not correctly identified or quantified, leading to significant tariff discrepancies. It can also be mistaken for ferro-alloys (Chapter 7202) if the primary iron content is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 720150, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 720150 in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 61% 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 Indonesia $207M 48% of world exports
- 2 France $116M 27% of world exports
- 3 Russia* ~$71M 17% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $429M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $242M 61% of world imports
- 2 India $62M 16% of world imports
- 3 Spain $29M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $396M 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 7201.50
Brazil does not split HS 7201.50: its NCM code is 7201.50.00.
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 7201.50
What is HS code 720150?
HS code 720150 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron; alloy pig iron; spiegeleisen, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms. This HS code covers alloy pig iron and spiegeleisen, which are primary forms of iron containing specific alloying elements beyond the typical impurities found in non-alloy pig iron. These materials are vital for producing specialized steels and cast irons with enhanced properties like strength, hardness, corrosion resistance, or specific magnetic characteristics. Spiegeleisen, a specific type of alloy pig iron rich in manganese, is particularly used as a deoxidizer and alloying agent in steelmaking. The trade in these products is driven by the demand from advanced manufacturing sectors, including automotive, construction, and machinery, where high-performance metals are required. Importers are typically countries with sophisticated steel and foundry industries, while exporters are often nations with integrated steel production facilities and access to alloying minerals. Understanding the specific alloy composition and its impact on the final steel product is crucial for traders, as is navigating the complex global supply chains for these specialized raw materials.
What products fall under HS code 720150?
Manganese pig iron, Chromium pig iron, Nickel pig iron, Spiegeleisen blocks, Vanadium pig iron, Molybdenum pig iron, Titanium pig iron
What are common misclassifications for HS code 720150?
This code is often confused with 720110 or 720120 (non-alloy pig iron) if the alloying elements are not correctly identified or quantified, leading to significant tariff discrepancies. It can also be mistaken for ferro-alloys (Chapter 7202) if the primary iron content is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 720150?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 720150 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($207M, 48% of world exports), France ($116M) and Russia (about $71M). World exports came to about $429M, 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 720150?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 720150 in UN Comtrade data were China ($242M, 61% of world imports), India ($62M) and Spain ($29M). World imports came to about $396M, 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 720150 structured?
HS code 720150 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 (50) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 720150?
In Brazil, HS code 720150 is NCM 7201.50.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.