HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7202.19 – Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less of carbon
HS code 7202.19 is the 6-digit subheading for ferro-alloys, ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less of carbon. It is used for low-carbon ferromanganese, LC FeMn briquettes, medium-carbon ferromanganese, refined ferromanganese and ultra-low carbon ferromanganese.
What HS 7202.19 covers
This HS code pertains to ferro-manganese with a low carbon content (2% or less by weight), a specialized ferro-alloy crucial for producing specific types of steel. Unlike its high-carbon counterpart, low-carbon ferro-manganese is preferred when carbon introduction into the steel needs to be minimized, such as in stainless steels, electrical steels, and other high-grade alloys where precise carbon control is paramount. It functions primarily as a deoxidizer, desulfurizer, and an alloying agent to improve strength and toughness without compromising other properties. The global trade for this product is driven by the demand from advanced metallurgical industries. Importers are typically nations with sophisticated steel manufacturing capabilities, particularly those focusing on specialty steels, while exporters are often countries with the technological capacity for refining ferro-alloys to achieve low carbon levels. Market dynamics are influenced by the demand for high-performance steels and the availability of energy-efficient production methods.
- Covers
- Low-carbon ferromanganese
- LC FeMn briquettes
- Medium-carbon ferromanganese
- Refined ferromanganese
- Ultra-low carbon ferromanganese
- Nitrided ferromanganese
- Examples
- Eramet low-carbon ferromanganese
- South32 LC FeMn
- Transalloys medium-carbon ferromanganese
- OFZ low-carbon ferromanganese
Codes often confused with 7202.19
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 720211 (high-carbon ferro-manganese) due to the critical 2% carbon threshold, which can lead to incorrect tariff application and product specification issues. It should also not be mixed with pure manganese metal (811100).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 720219, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 720219 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 28% 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 India $276M 54% of world exports
- 2 South Africa $70M 14% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $55M 11% of world exports
World total: $508M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $233M 28% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $72M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $54M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $825M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 7202.19
Brazil does not split HS 7202.19: its NCM code is 7202.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 72.02 →
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 7202.19
What is HS code 720219?
HS code 720219 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ferro-alloys; ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less of carbon. This HS code pertains to ferro-manganese with a low carbon content (2% or less by weight), a specialized ferro-alloy crucial for producing specific types of steel. Unlike its high-carbon counterpart, low-carbon ferro-manganese is preferred when carbon introduction into the steel needs to be minimized, such as in stainless steels, electrical steels, and other high-grade alloys where precise carbon control is paramount. It functions primarily as a deoxidizer, desulfurizer, and an alloying agent to improve strength and toughness without compromising other properties. The global trade for this product is driven by the demand from advanced metallurgical industries. Importers are typically nations with sophisticated steel manufacturing capabilities, particularly those focusing on specialty steels, while exporters are often countries with the technological capacity for refining ferro-alloys to achieve low carbon levels. Market dynamics are influenced by the demand for high-performance steels and the availability of energy-efficient production methods.
What products fall under HS code 720219?
Low-carbon ferromanganese, LC FeMn briquettes, Medium-carbon ferromanganese, Refined ferromanganese, Ultra-low carbon ferromanganese, Nitrided ferromanganese
What are common misclassifications for HS code 720219?
This code is frequently confused with 720211 (high-carbon ferro-manganese) due to the critical 2% carbon threshold, which can lead to incorrect tariff application and product specification issues. It should also not be mixed with pure manganese metal (811100).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 720219?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 720219 in UN Comtrade data were India ($276M, 54% of world exports), South Africa ($70M) and the Netherlands ($55M). World exports came to about $508M, 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 720219?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 720219 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($233M, 28% of world imports), the Netherlands ($72M) and Türkiye ($54M). World imports came to about $825M, 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 720219 structured?
HS code 720219 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 720219?
In Brazil, HS code 720219 is NCM 7202.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.