HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7210.50 – Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with chromium oxides or with chromium and chromium oxides
HS code 7210.50 is the 6-digit subheading for iron or non-alloy steel, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with chromium oxides or with chromium and chromium oxides. It is used for tin-Free Steel (TFS) sheets, electrolytic Chromium Coated Steel (ECCS), chromium oxide coated steel for cans, food can body stock (TFS) and can ends material (ECCS).
What HS 7210.50 covers
This HS code covers flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel, 600mm or more in width, specifically plated or coated with chromium oxides or with chromium and chromium oxides. This specialized coating, often referred to as Tin-Free Steel (TFS) or Electrolytic Chromium Coated Steel (ECCS), provides excellent corrosion resistance, paint adhesion, and a metallic luster, making it ideal for packaging applications. Key importers are food and beverage can manufacturers, general line can makers, and packaging companies that require a cost-effective and high-performance alternative to tinplate. Exporters are typically integrated steel mills with advanced coating lines. The trade is driven by the global demand for packaged goods, with environmental regulations and consumer preferences for sustainable packaging influencing market trends. The unique properties of the chromium oxide layer are crucial for its application in the packaging industry.
- Covers
- Tin-Free Steel (TFS) sheets
- Electrolytic Chromium Coated Steel (ECCS)
- Chromium oxide coated steel for cans
- Food can body stock (TFS)
- Can ends material (ECCS)
- Bottle caps steel (chromium coated)
- Packaging steel (chromium oxide)
- Examples
- JFE Tin-Free Steel
- ArcelorMittal ECCS
- Nippon Steel TFS
- POSCO Chromium Coated Steel
Codes often confused with 7210.50
Common mistake. This code is specifically for chromium oxide or chromium/chromium oxide coatings, distinguishing it from tin-plated steel (721012) or other metallic coatings like zinc (721030, 72104x).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 721050, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 721050 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% 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 $470M 33% of world exports
- 2 Japan $217M 15% of world exports
- 3 Canada $176M 12% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $419M 26% of world imports
- 2 Italy $161M 9.9% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $147M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 7210.50
Brazil does not split HS 7210.50: its NCM code is 7210.50.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 72.10 →
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 7210.50
What is HS code 721050?
HS code 721050 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with chromium oxides or with chromium and chromium oxides. This HS code covers flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel, 600mm or more in width, specifically plated or coated with chromium oxides or with chromium and chromium oxides. This specialized coating, often referred to as Tin-Free Steel (TFS) or Electrolytic Chromium Coated Steel (ECCS), provides excellent corrosion resistance, paint adhesion, and a metallic luster, making it ideal for packaging applications. Key importers are food and beverage can manufacturers, general line can makers, and packaging companies that require a cost-effective and high-performance alternative to tinplate. Exporters are typically integrated steel mills with advanced coating lines. The trade is driven by the global demand for packaged goods, with environmental regulations and consumer preferences for sustainable packaging influencing market trends. The unique properties of the chromium oxide layer are crucial for its application in the packaging industry.
What products fall under HS code 721050?
Tin-Free Steel (TFS) sheets, Electrolytic Chromium Coated Steel (ECCS), Chromium oxide coated steel for cans, Food can body stock (TFS), Can ends material (ECCS), Bottle caps steel (chromium coated), Packaging steel (chromium oxide)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 721050?
This code is specifically for chromium oxide or chromium/chromium oxide coatings, distinguishing it from tin-plated steel (721012) or other metallic coatings like zinc (721030, 72104x).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 721050?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 721050 in UN Comtrade data were China ($470M, 33% of world exports), Japan ($217M) and Canada ($176M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 721050?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 721050 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($419M, 26% of world imports), Italy ($161M) and Mexico ($147M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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.
How is HS code 721050 structured?
HS code 721050 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (50) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 721050?
In Brazil, HS code 721050 is NCM 7210.50.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.