HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7216.50 – Iron or non-alloy steel; angles, shapes and sections, n.e.c. in heading no. 7216, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded
HS code 7216.50 is the 6-digit subheading for iron or non-alloy steel, angles, shapes and sections, n.e.c. in heading no. 7216, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded. It is used for hot-rolled I-beams, hot-rolled H-beams, hot-rolled U-channels, hot-rolled L-angles and hot-rolled T-sections.
What HS 7216.50 covers
This HS code encompasses hot-rolled, hot-drawn, or extruded angles, shapes, and sections made from iron or non-alloy steel, not elsewhere specified within heading 7216. These products are fundamental structural components, characterized by their robust strength and suitability for heavy-duty applications. They are extensively used in large-scale construction, civil engineering projects, and the fabrication of heavy machinery. Importers are typically construction companies, infrastructure developers, and industrial fabricators who require durable and load-bearing steel elements. Exporters are major integrated steel mills and specialized rolling facilities. Key considerations in international trade include adherence to specific national and international building codes, material specifications (e.g., yield strength), and dimensional tolerances. The global demand for these hot-formed sections is closely tied to infrastructure development and industrial expansion.
- Covers
- Hot-rolled I-beams
- Hot-rolled H-beams
- Hot-rolled U-channels
- Hot-rolled L-angles
- Hot-rolled T-sections
- Hot-rolled Z-sections
- Wide flange beams
- Examples
- ArcelorMittal I-beams
- Nucor H-piles
- Tata Steel channels
- SSAB structural sections
- JFE Steel wide flange beams
Codes often confused with 7216.50
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 721661 (cold-formed sections) due to similar shapes, but the distinguishing factor is the manufacturing process (hot-rolled/drawn/extruded vs. cold-formed). It's also distinct from 7207 (semi-finished products) as these are already shaped sections.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 721650, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 721650 in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 7.2% 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 Türkiye $244M 23% of world exports
- 2 Germany $199M 19% of world exports
- 3 Russia* ~$97M 9.3% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $83M 7.2% of world imports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $77M 6.6% of world imports
- 3 Germany $70M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 7216.50
Brazil does not split HS 7216.50: its NCM code is 7216.50.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 72.16 →
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 7216.50
What is HS code 721650?
HS code 721650 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron or non-alloy steel; angles, shapes and sections, n.e.c. in heading no. 7216, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded. This HS code encompasses hot-rolled, hot-drawn, or extruded angles, shapes, and sections made from iron or non-alloy steel, not elsewhere specified within heading 7216. These products are fundamental structural components, characterized by their robust strength and suitability for heavy-duty applications. They are extensively used in large-scale construction, civil engineering projects, and the fabrication of heavy machinery. Importers are typically construction companies, infrastructure developers, and industrial fabricators who require durable and load-bearing steel elements. Exporters are major integrated steel mills and specialized rolling facilities. Key considerations in international trade include adherence to specific national and international building codes, material specifications (e.g., yield strength), and dimensional tolerances. The global demand for these hot-formed sections is closely tied to infrastructure development and industrial expansion.
What products fall under HS code 721650?
Hot-rolled I-beams, Hot-rolled H-beams, Hot-rolled U-channels, Hot-rolled L-angles, Hot-rolled T-sections, Hot-rolled Z-sections, Wide flange beams
What are common misclassifications for HS code 721650?
This code can be confused with 721661 (cold-formed sections) due to similar shapes, but the distinguishing factor is the manufacturing process (hot-rolled/drawn/extruded vs. cold-formed). It's also distinct from 7207 (semi-finished products) as these are already shaped sections.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 721650?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 721650 in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($244M, 23% of world exports), Germany ($199M) and Russia (about $97M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 721650?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 721650 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($83M, 7.2% of world imports), Saudi Arabia ($77M) and Germany ($70M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 721650 structured?
HS code 721650 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (16) 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 721650?
In Brazil, HS code 721650 is NCM 7216.50.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.