HS Code Subheading

Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, cold-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, containing by weight 0.25% or more of carbon

7211.29 Subheading
Section XV — Base metals and articles of base metal

About HS Code 721129

This category includes flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel, cold-rolled, with a width less than 600mm and a carbon content of 0.25% or more by weight. The higher carbon content provides increased strength, hardness, and wear resistance, making these products suitable for more demanding applications where durability and structural integrity are paramount. They are commonly found in spring manufacturing, tool blanks, and high-strength structural components. Trade in these specialized steels involves suppliers catering to specific industrial needs, often requiring stringent quality control and material specifications. Importers and exporters are typically countries with advanced metallurgical industries and specialized manufacturing sectors.

Products Under This Code

High carbon cold-rolled strips, spring steel, saw blades (blanks), hand tool components, automotive structural reinforcements, wear plates, precision engineering components.

Real World Examples

Sandvik high carbon strip steel, Uddeholm tool steel blanks, voestalpine high strength cold-rolled steel, Acerinox precision high carbon strips, SSAB high strength narrow strips.

Common Misclassification

Often confused with 721123 if carbon content is not accurately determined, or 7225 (alloy steel, flat-rolled) if alloying elements are present but overlooked.

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.

Products Classified Under 7211.29

Cold-rolled steel strip

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 7211.14 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 7211.19 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 7211.90 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

South Korea, Taiwan, and Italy are key importers for their specialized manufacturing, with China and Germany being major exporters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 721129?

HS code 721129 covers: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, cold-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, containing by weight 0.25% or more of carbon. This category includes flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel, cold-rolled, with a width less than 600mm and a carbon content of 0.25% or more by weight. The higher carbon content provides increased strength, hardness, and wear resistance, making these products suitable for more demanding applications where durability and structural integrity are paramount. They are commonly found in spring manufacturing, tool blanks, and high-strength structural components. Trade in these specialized steels involves suppliers catering to specific industrial needs, often requiring stringent quality control and material specifications. Importers and exporters are typically countries with advanced metallurgical industries and specialized manufacturing sectors.

What products fall under HS code 721129?

High carbon cold-rolled strips, spring steel, saw blades (blanks), hand tool components, automotive structural reinforcements, wear plates, precision engineering components.

What are common misclassifications for HS code 721129?

Often confused with 721123 if carbon content is not accurately determined, or 7225 (alloy steel, flat-rolled) if alloying elements are present but overlooked.

How is HS code 721129 structured?

HS code 721129 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.