HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7210.69 – Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with aluminium, other than plated or coated with aluminium zinc-alloys
HS code 7210.69 is the 6-digit subheading for iron or non-alloy steel, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with aluminium, other than plated or coated with aluminium zinc-alloys. It is used for aluminized steel sheets, aluminium-coated steel coils, heat-resistant steel panels (Al-coated), automotive exhaust system steel (Al-coated) and oven liners (aluminized).
What HS 7210.69 covers
This HS code covers flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel, 600mm or more in width, plated or coated with pure aluminium, excluding those coated with aluminium-zinc alloys. This process, often referred to as aluminizing, provides excellent high-temperature oxidation resistance and heat reflectivity, making these products ideal for applications exposed to elevated temperatures. Key importers are manufacturers of automotive exhaust systems, heat exchangers, ovens, and industrial furnaces, as well as some construction applications requiring heat resistance. Exporters are specialized steel mills capable of applying pure aluminium coatings. The trade is driven by demand for materials that can withstand extreme heat and corrosive environments, with performance specifications and durability being critical factors for buyers. This niche market serves industries where the unique properties of pure aluminium coating are essential.
- Covers
- Aluminized steel sheets
- Aluminium-coated steel coils
- Heat-resistant steel panels (Al-coated)
- Automotive exhaust system steel (Al-coated)
- Oven liners (aluminized)
- Heat exchanger components (aluminized)
- Industrial furnace parts (aluminized)
- Examples
- ArcelorMittal Aluminized Steel
- POSCO Aluminized Steel
- Nippon Steel Aluminized Sheets
- ThyssenKrupp Aluminized Steel
Codes often confused with 7210.69
Common mistake. This code is for pure aluminium coatings, distinguishing it from aluminium-zinc alloy coatings (721061) and other metallic coatings like zinc (721030, 72104x).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 721069, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 721069 in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Czechia, with 9.3% 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 South Korea $204M 47% of world exports
- 2 Germany $52M 12% of world exports
- 3 France $40M 9.1% of world exports
World total: $435M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Czechia $73M 9.3% of world imports
- 2 Portugal $67M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 India $58M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $791M 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 codes for 7210.69 3
Brazil splits HS 7210.69 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 7210.69.1 Plated or coated with aluminium-silicon alloysRevestidos de ligas de aluminiossilício Group
- 7210.69.11 Al-Si coated steel, 120 g/m² or more, 5-11% SiDe peso igual ou superior a 120 g/m² e com conteúdo de silício igual ou superior a 5 %, mas inferior ou igual a 11 %, em peso
- 7210.69.19 Other aluminium-silicon coated flat steelOutros
- 7210.69.90 Other aluminium-coated flat steelOutros
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 7210.69
What is HS code 721069?
HS code 721069 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 aluminium, other than plated or coated with aluminium zinc-alloys. This HS code covers flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel, 600mm or more in width, plated or coated with pure aluminium, excluding those coated with aluminium-zinc alloys. This process, often referred to as aluminizing, provides excellent high-temperature oxidation resistance and heat reflectivity, making these products ideal for applications exposed to elevated temperatures. Key importers are manufacturers of automotive exhaust systems, heat exchangers, ovens, and industrial furnaces, as well as some construction applications requiring heat resistance. Exporters are specialized steel mills capable of applying pure aluminium coatings. The trade is driven by demand for materials that can withstand extreme heat and corrosive environments, with performance specifications and durability being critical factors for buyers. This niche market serves industries where the unique properties of pure aluminium coating are essential.
What products fall under HS code 721069?
Aluminized steel sheets, Aluminium-coated steel coils, Heat-resistant steel panels (Al-coated), Automotive exhaust system steel (Al-coated), Oven liners (aluminized), Heat exchanger components (aluminized), Industrial furnace parts (aluminized)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 721069?
This code is for pure aluminium coatings, distinguishing it from aluminium-zinc alloy coatings (721061) and other metallic coatings like zinc (721030, 72104x).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 721069?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 721069 in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($204M, 47% of world exports), Germany ($52M) and France ($40M). World exports came to about $435M, 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 721069?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 721069 in UN Comtrade data were Czechia ($73M, 9.3% of world imports), Portugal ($67M) and India ($58M). World imports came to about $791M, 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 721069 structured?
HS code 721069 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 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 721069?
Brazil splits HS code 721069 into 3 NCM codes: 7210.69.11 (Al-Si coated steel, 120 g/m² or more, 5-11% Si), 7210.69.19 (Other aluminium-silicon coated flat steel), 7210.69.90 (Other aluminium-coated flat steel). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.