HS Code Subheading

Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, hot-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, 4.75mm thick or more, excluding those of item no. 7211.13

7211.14 Subheading
Section XV — Base metals and articles of base metal

About HS Code 721114

This HS code covers flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, hot-rolled, with a width less than 600mm and a thickness of 4.75mm or more. These are typically heavy-gauge narrow strips or plates, serving as foundational raw materials for various heavy industries. Key characteristics include their robust strength and formability, making them suitable for structural applications. Major importers are often countries with strong manufacturing and construction sectors, such as those in Europe and North America, seeking these materials for further processing. Exporters are predominantly large steel-producing nations. Understanding the precise dimensions and hot-rolled nature is crucial for correct classification, as slight variations can lead to different codes. Trade in these goods is influenced by global steel demand, raw material prices, and anti-dumping measures.

Products Under This Code

Heavy gauge hot-rolled steel strips, narrow steel plates, structural steel blanks, industrial steel bands, hot-rolled coils (narrow, thick), heavy duty steel profiles (pre-forms), machinery components feedstock.

Real World Examples

ArcelorMittal hot-rolled strips, Nippon Steel heavy gauge sheets, POSCO narrow hot-rolled coils, Tata Steel structural components, Nucor hot-rolled plate blanks.

Common Misclassification

This code can be confused with 7208 (hot-rolled, width 600mm or more) if the width is mismeasured, or 721113 if the product is in coils and not further worked than hot-rolled, of a thickness of 4.75 mm or more.

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.

Related Codes

7211.13 Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, hot-rolled, rolled on four faces or in a closed box pass, of a width more than 150mm but less than 600mm, 4mm thick or more, not in coils, without patterns in relief 7211.19 Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, hot-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, less than 4.75mm thick, excluding those of item no. 7211.13 7211.23 Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, cold-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, containing by weight less than 0.25% of carbon 7211.29 Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, cold-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, containing by weight 0.25% or more of carbon 7211.90 Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, n.e.c. in heading no. 7211, width less than 600mm

Industry

This code belongs to the Metals & Metal Products industry.

Trade Overview

China, India, and Japan are major producers and exporters, while the EU and USA are significant importers for their manufacturing sectors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 721114?

HS code 721114 covers: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, hot-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, 4.75mm thick or more, excluding those of item no. 7211.13. This HS code covers flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, hot-rolled, with a width less than 600mm and a thickness of 4.75mm or more. These are typically heavy-gauge narrow strips or plates, serving as foundational raw materials for various heavy industries. Key characteristics include their robust strength and formability, making them suitable for structural applications. Major importers are often countries with strong manufacturing and construction sectors, such as those in Europe and North America, seeking these materials for further processing. Exporters are predominantly large steel-producing nations. Understanding the precise dimensions and hot-rolled nature is crucial for correct classification, as slight variations can lead to different codes. Trade in these goods is influenced by global steel demand, raw material prices, and anti-dumping measures.

What products fall under HS code 721114?

Heavy gauge hot-rolled steel strips, narrow steel plates, structural steel blanks, industrial steel bands, hot-rolled coils (narrow, thick), heavy duty steel profiles (pre-forms), machinery components feedstock.

What are common misclassifications for HS code 721114?

This code can be confused with 7208 (hot-rolled, width 600mm or more) if the width is mismeasured, or 721113 if the product is in coils and not further worked than hot-rolled, of a thickness of 4.75 mm or more.

How is HS code 721114 structured?

HS code 721114 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (14) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.