HS Code Subheading

Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, without patterns in relief, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, pickled, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more

7208.25 Subheading
Section XV — Base metals and articles of base metal

About HS Code 720825

This HS code covers hot-rolled, flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, supplied in coils, with a width of 600mm or more, that have been pickled and have a thickness of 4.75mm or more. Pickling is a chemical process that removes scale and impurities from the steel surface, preparing it for further processing like cold rolling or direct use in applications requiring a clean surface. These heavy-gauge pickled coils are vital for industries such as automotive (chassis, frames), heavy machinery, large diameter pipe manufacturing, and structural components. Major steel-producing nations in Asia and Europe are significant exporters, supplying global markets that demand high-quality, clean-surface steel for robust applications.

Products Under This Code

Hot-rolled pickled and oiled (HRPO) coils (heavy gauge), Automotive frame stock, Large diameter pipe material, Construction plate coils, Heavy gauge stamping material, Boiler plate coils

Real World Examples

POSCO HRPO coils (thick), JFE Steel heavy gauge pickled coils, ThyssenKrupp automotive steel, US Steel pickled plate coils

Common Misclassification

Easily confused with 720826 or 720827 due to similar processing but different thickness ranges. The '4.75mm or more' thickness is critical for correct classification.

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.

Related Codes

7208.10 Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, with patterns in relief 7208.26 Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, without patterns in relief, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, pickled, of a thickness of 3mm or more but less than 4.75mm 7208.27 Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, without patterns in relief, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, pickled, of a thickness of less than 3mm 7208.36 Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, without patterns in relief, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 10mm 7208.37 Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, without patterns in relief, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more but not exceeding 10mm 7208.38 Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, without patterns in relief, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more but less than 4.75mm 7208.39 Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, without patterns in relief, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, of a thickness of less than 3mm 7208.40 Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, with patterns in relief 7208.51 Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, without patterns in relief, of a thickness exceeding 10mm 7208.52 Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, without patterns in relief, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more but not exceeding 10mm

Industry

This code belongs to the Metals & Metal Products industry.

Trade Overview

China, Japan, South Korea, and the EU are major exporters, supplying industries globally, particularly automotive and construction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 720825?

HS code 720825 covers: Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, without patterns in relief, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, pickled, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more. This HS code covers hot-rolled, flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, supplied in coils, with a width of 600mm or more, that have been pickled and have a thickness of 4.75mm or more. Pickling is a chemical process that removes scale and impurities from the steel surface, preparing it for further processing like cold rolling or direct use in applications requiring a clean surface. These heavy-gauge pickled coils are vital for industries such as automotive (chassis, frames), heavy machinery, large diameter pipe manufacturing, and structural components. Major steel-producing nations in Asia and Europe are significant exporters, supplying global markets that demand high-quality, clean-surface steel for robust applications.

What products fall under HS code 720825?

Hot-rolled pickled and oiled (HRPO) coils (heavy gauge), Automotive frame stock, Large diameter pipe material, Construction plate coils, Heavy gauge stamping material, Boiler plate coils

What are common misclassifications for HS code 720825?

Easily confused with 720826 or 720827 due to similar processing but different thickness ranges. The '4.75mm or more' thickness is critical for correct classification.

How is HS code 720825 structured?

HS code 720825 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (25) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.