HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7209.18 – Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm
HS code 7209.18 is the 6-digit subheading for iron or non-alloy steel, in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm. It is used for ultra-thin cold-rolled steel, precision CR steel for electronics, specialized CR steel for battery casings, thin gauge CR for metal packaging and CR steel for fine blanking.
What HS 7209.18 covers
This HS code identifies very thin cold-rolled flat products of non-alloy steel, supplied in coils, with a width of 600mm or more and a thickness of less than 0.5mm. This highly specialized material is critical for applications demanding extreme precision, lightweighting, and an impeccable surface finish, such as in electronics, specialized packaging, and intricate stampings. International trade in this category involves highly specialized mills capable of producing such thin gauges with tight tolerances, and demanding end-users in high-tech manufacturing sectors. Quality control, consistency, and specific mechanical properties are paramount, making this a high-value segment of the steel trade. Its role in miniaturization and efficiency drives continuous global demand.
- Covers
- Ultra-thin cold-rolled steel
- Precision CR steel for electronics
- Specialized CR steel for battery casings
- Thin gauge CR for metal packaging
- CR steel for fine blanking
- Flexible metal components
- Examples
- POSCO GIGA STEEL
- Nippon Steel thin gauge CR
- Baosteel precision cold-rolled
- JSW Steel CR sheets
- ArcelorMittal ultra-thin CR
Codes often confused with 7209.18
Common mistake. Often confused with tinplate (7210) if coated, or other very thin flat-rolled products, but this code specifically refers to uncoated, non-alloy steel.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 720918, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 720918 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 China $519M 31% of world exports
- 2 Japan $240M 14% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$192M 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $321M 17% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $189M 9.9% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $139M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $1.9B 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 7209.18
Brazil does not split HS 7209.18: its NCM code is 7209.18.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 72.09 →
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 7209.18
What is HS code 720918?
HS code 720918 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm. This HS code identifies very thin cold-rolled flat products of non-alloy steel, supplied in coils, with a width of 600mm or more and a thickness of less than 0.5mm. This highly specialized material is critical for applications demanding extreme precision, lightweighting, and an impeccable surface finish, such as in electronics, specialized packaging, and intricate stampings. International trade in this category involves highly specialized mills capable of producing such thin gauges with tight tolerances, and demanding end-users in high-tech manufacturing sectors. Quality control, consistency, and specific mechanical properties are paramount, making this a high-value segment of the steel trade. Its role in miniaturization and efficiency drives continuous global demand.
What products fall under HS code 720918?
Ultra-thin cold-rolled steel, precision CR steel for electronics, specialized CR steel for battery casings, thin gauge CR for metal packaging, CR steel for fine blanking, flexible metal components
What are common misclassifications for HS code 720918?
Often confused with tinplate (7210) if coated, or other very thin flat-rolled products, but this code specifically refers to uncoated, non-alloy steel.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 720918?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 720918 in UN Comtrade data were China ($519M, 31% of world exports), Japan ($240M) and Taiwan (about $192M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 720918?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 720918 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($321M, 17% of world imports), Indonesia ($189M) and Malaysia ($139M). World imports came to about $1.9B, 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 720918 structured?
HS code 720918 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (18) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 720918?
In Brazil, HS code 720918 is NCM 7209.18.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.