HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 7208.25 – 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

HS code 7208.25 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for hot-rolled pickled and oiled (HRPO) coils (heavy gauge), automotive frame stock, large diameter pipe material, construction plate coils and heavy gauge stamping material.

What HS 7208.25 covers

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.

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

Codes often confused with 7208.25

Common mistake. 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.

7208.26Iron 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 4.75mm7208.27Iron 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

Top exporters and importers of HS code 720825, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 720825 in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% 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 Belgium $120M
  2. 2 Japan $119M
  3. 3 France $119M

World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $227M
  2. 2 Italy $146M
  3. 3 Thailand $89M

World total: $1.1B 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 7208.25

Brazil does not split HS 7208.25: its NCM code is 7208.25.00.

  1. 7208.25.00 Pickled hot-rolled coil, 4.75 mm or thickerDe espessura igual ou superior a 4,75 mm

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 72.08 →

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 7208.25

What is HS code 720825?

HS code 720825 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 720825?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 720825 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($120M, 12% of world exports), Japan ($119M) and France ($119M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 720825?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 720825 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($227M, 21% of world imports), Italy ($146M) and Thailand ($89M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 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.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 720825?

In Brazil, HS code 720825 is NCM 7208.25.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.