HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7209.28 – Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm
HS code 7209.28 is the 6-digit subheading for iron or non-alloy steel, (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm. It is used for ultra-thin CR sheets for electronics, precision CR sheets for battery components, specialized CR sheets for medical devices, thin gauge CR for decorative panels and fine blanking CR sheets.
What HS 7209.28 covers
This code represents very thin cold-rolled flat products of non-alloy steel, provided in cut sheet form (not in coils), with a width of 600mm or more and a thickness of less than 0.5mm. This material is crucial for precision applications where minimal thickness, superior surface quality, and excellent formability are paramount. Industries like electronics, specialized packaging, and intricate stamping operations rely on these sheets for components that demand high accuracy and aesthetic appeal. International trade in these sheets involves highly specialized steel mills and demanding end-users in high-tech sectors. The 'not in coils' format offers convenience for manufacturers requiring specific sheet sizes, minimizing waste and optimizing production efficiency.
- Covers
- Ultra-thin CR sheets for electronics
- Precision CR sheets for battery components
- Specialized CR sheets for medical devices
- Thin gauge CR for decorative panels
- Fine blanking CR sheets
- Watch components
- Examples
- POSCO GIGA STEEL sheets
- JFE Steel thin gauge CR
- Baosteel precision cold-rolled sheets
- ArcelorMittal CR thin sheets
- Nippon Steel ultra-thin CR
Codes often confused with 7209.28
Common mistake. Can be confused with tinplate (7210) if coated, or other very thin flat-rolled products, but this code specifically refers to uncoated, non-alloy steel in sheet form.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 720928, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 720928 in UN Comtrade data was Nepal, with about 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 36% 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 Nepal* ~$10M 42% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $6.6M 27% of world exports
- 3 Pakistan $2.0M 8.4% of world exports
World total: $24M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $10M 36% of world imports
- 2 Sri Lanka $3.1M 11% of world imports
- 3 South Africa $2.0M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $28M 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 code for 7209.28
Brazil does not split HS 7209.28: its NCM code is 7209.28.00.
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 7209.28
What is HS code 720928?
HS code 720928 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm. This code represents very thin cold-rolled flat products of non-alloy steel, provided in cut sheet form (not in coils), with a width of 600mm or more and a thickness of less than 0.5mm. This material is crucial for precision applications where minimal thickness, superior surface quality, and excellent formability are paramount. Industries like electronics, specialized packaging, and intricate stamping operations rely on these sheets for components that demand high accuracy and aesthetic appeal. International trade in these sheets involves highly specialized steel mills and demanding end-users in high-tech sectors. The 'not in coils' format offers convenience for manufacturers requiring specific sheet sizes, minimizing waste and optimizing production efficiency.
What products fall under HS code 720928?
Ultra-thin CR sheets for electronics, precision CR sheets for battery components, specialized CR sheets for medical devices, thin gauge CR for decorative panels, fine blanking CR sheets, watch components
What are common misclassifications for HS code 720928?
Can be confused with tinplate (7210) if coated, or other very thin flat-rolled products, but this code specifically refers to uncoated, non-alloy steel in sheet form.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 720928?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 720928 in UN Comtrade data were Nepal (about $10M, 42% of world exports), China ($6.6M) and Pakistan ($2.0M). World exports came to about $24M, 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 720928?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 720928 in UN Comtrade data were India ($10M, 36% of world imports), Sri Lanka ($3.1M) and South Africa ($2.0M). World imports came to about $28M, 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 720928 structured?
HS code 720928 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 (28) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 720928?
In Brazil, HS code 720928 is NCM 7209.28.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.