About HS Code 721210
This HS code covers flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel, with a width less than 600mm, that has been plated or coated with tin. Commonly known as tinplate, this material is highly valued for its corrosion resistance, non-toxicity, and excellent formability, making it indispensable for the packaging industry. It is primarily used for manufacturing food and beverage cans, aerosol containers, and bottle caps. The global trade involves large steel producers, specialized tinplate manufacturers, and the vast food and beverage packaging sector. Key considerations in trade include tin coating thickness, surface finish, and compliance with food safety regulations, which vary by country.
Products Under This Code
Tinplate strips, tin-coated steel sheets, can body stock, can ends material, food packaging steel, bottle caps material, general line cans.
Real World Examples
ArcelorMittal tinplate, JFE Steel tin mill products, ThyssenKrupp Rasselstein tinplate, U.S. Steel tin-coated strips, POSCO tinplate.
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 721011 or 721012 if the width is 600mm or more, or with 721250 if the coating is mistakenly identified as something other than tin.
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 7212.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Metals & Metal Products industry.
Trade Overview
China, Japan, and the USA are major producers and consumers of tinplate, with significant trade flows to food-producing nations globally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 721210?
HS code 721210 covers: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, plated or coated with tin. This HS code covers flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel, with a width less than 600mm, that has been plated or coated with tin. Commonly known as tinplate, this material is highly valued for its corrosion resistance, non-toxicity, and excellent formability, making it indispensable for the packaging industry. It is primarily used for manufacturing food and beverage cans, aerosol containers, and bottle caps. The global trade involves large steel producers, specialized tinplate manufacturers, and the vast food and beverage packaging sector. Key considerations in trade include tin coating thickness, surface finish, and compliance with food safety regulations, which vary by country.
What products fall under HS code 721210?
Tinplate strips, tin-coated steel sheets, can body stock, can ends material, food packaging steel, bottle caps material, general line cans.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 721210?
Can be confused with 721011 or 721012 if the width is 600mm or more, or with 721250 if the coating is mistakenly identified as something other than tin.
How is HS code 721210 structured?
HS code 721210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.