HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 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

HS code 7208.39 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, of a thickness of less than 3mm. It is used for thin HR steel coil, light gauge HR sheet in coil, automotive inner panel HR coil, appliance casing HR coil and general purpose HR coil.

What HS 7208.39 covers

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.

Covers
  • 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
Examples
  • US Steel HR Coil
  • Hyundai Steel HR Coil
  • ThyssenKrupp HR Coil
  • EVRAZ HR Coil

Codes often confused with 7208.39

Common mistake. 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.

7208.38Iron 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 4.75mm7209.15Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more

Top exporters and importers of HS code 720839, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 720839 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 8.5% 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 China $4.1B
  2. 2 Japan $3.5B
  3. 3 South Korea $1.1B

World total: $14.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Italy $1.3B
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$1.1B
  3. 3 Türkiye $1.0B

World total: $15.1B 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 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 codes for 7208.39 2

Brazil splits HS 7208.39 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 7208.39.10 Unpickled hot-rolled coil under 3mm, 275 MPa yieldCom um limite mínimo de elasticidade de 275 MPa
  2. 7208.39.90 Other unpickled hot-rolled coil, under 3 mmOutros

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 7208.39

What is HS code 720839?

HS code 720839 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, 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.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 720839?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 720839 in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.1B, 28% of world exports), Japan ($3.5B) and South Korea ($1.1B). World exports came to about $14.6B, 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 720839?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 720839 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($1.3B, 8.5% of world imports), Vietnam (about $1.1B) and Türkiye ($1.0B). World imports came to about $15.1B, 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 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.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 720839?

Brazil splits HS code 720839 into 2 NCM codes: 7208.39.10 (Unpickled hot-rolled coil under 3mm, 275 MPa yield), 7208.39.90 (Other unpickled hot-rolled coil, under 3 mm). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.