HS Code Subheading

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

7208.39 Subheading
Section XV — Base metals and articles of base metal

About HS Code 720839

This HS code identifies hot-rolled flat products of non-alloy steel, supplied in coils, with a width of 600mm or more, and a thickness of less than 3mm. These thinner gauge hot-rolled coils are vital inputs for industries requiring lighter yet strong steel components. Major participants in this trade include large-scale steel manufacturers, specialized rolling mills, and downstream industries such as appliance manufacturing, automotive body parts, general sheet metal fabrication, and certain types of construction materials. The market for these products is highly competitive, driven by demand for cost-effective and formable steel. Traders must navigate fluctuating commodity prices, stringent quality specifications for surface finish and dimensional accuracy, and the increasing scrutiny of carbon footprints under initiatives like CBAM. Efficient logistics and just-in-time delivery are often critical due to the volume and continuous production nature of these materials.

Products Under This Code

Thin HR steel coil, light gauge HR sheet in coil, automotive inner panel HR coil, appliance casing HR coil, general purpose HR coil, hot-rolled pickled and oiled coil

Real World Examples

US Steel HR Coil, Hyundai Steel HR Coil, ThyssenKrupp HR Coil, EVRAZ HR Coil

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with 720838 (thicker coils) or 720915 (cold-rolled coils of similar thickness), where the key distinction is the hot-rolling process versus cold-rolling and the exact thickness threshold.

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 7208.25 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 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 7208.40 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, the USA, Germany, Japan, and India are significant players in the global trade of these thinner hot-rolled steel coils.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 720839?

HS code 720839 covers: 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. This HS code identifies hot-rolled flat products of non-alloy steel, supplied in coils, with a width of 600mm or more, and a thickness of less than 3mm. These thinner gauge hot-rolled coils are vital inputs for industries requiring lighter yet strong steel components. Major participants in this trade include large-scale steel manufacturers, specialized rolling mills, and downstream industries such as appliance manufacturing, automotive body parts, general sheet metal fabrication, and certain types of construction materials. The market for these products is highly competitive, driven by demand for cost-effective and formable steel. Traders must navigate fluctuating commodity prices, stringent quality specifications for surface finish and dimensional accuracy, and the increasing scrutiny of carbon footprints under initiatives like CBAM. Efficient logistics and just-in-time delivery are often critical due to the volume and continuous production nature of these materials.

What products fall under HS code 720839?

Thin HR steel coil, light gauge HR sheet in coil, automotive inner panel HR coil, appliance casing HR coil, general purpose HR coil, hot-rolled pickled and oiled coil

What are common misclassifications for HS code 720839?

This code is frequently confused with 720838 (thicker coils) or 720915 (cold-rolled coils of similar thickness), where the key distinction is the hot-rolling process versus cold-rolling and the exact thickness threshold.

How is HS code 720839 structured?

HS code 720839 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 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.