HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7219.33 – Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm
HS code 7219.33 is the 6-digit subheading for steel, stainless, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm. It is used for thin stainless steel sheets, cold-rolled stainless steel panels, appliance casings, food processing equipment components and medical device enclosures.
What HS 7219.33 covers
This HS code covers relatively thinner, wide, cold-rolled stainless steel sheets, a versatile product in global trade. These materials are highly valued for their excellent formability, corrosion resistance, and smooth surface finish, making them indispensable across a wide array of industries. Countries with strong consumer goods manufacturing, appliance production, and construction sectors, such as China, the United States, and Mexico, are significant importers. Exporters typically originate from major steel-producing nations like Japan, South Korea, and Germany. Traders should pay close attention to the specific alloy composition (e.g., 304, 430), surface finish requirements (e.g., 2B, BA, No. 4), and any regional trade agreements or anti-dumping measures that might influence pricing and supply chains. The cold-rolling process ensures superior dimensional accuracy and a clean surface, crucial for applications requiring precision and aesthetic appeal, from kitchenware to industrial enclosures.
- Covers
- Thin stainless steel sheets
- Cold-rolled stainless steel panels
- Appliance casings
- Food processing equipment components
- Medical device enclosures
- Architectural trim
- Elevator panels
- HVAC ducting
- Examples
- POSCO 304 2B finish sheets
- Outokumpu Core 430 sheets
- Yieh United Stainless (YUSCO) 316L sheets
- Baosteel cold-rolled stainless
Codes often confused with 7219.33
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 721932 (thicker cold-rolled) or 721934 (thinner cold-rolled) if the exact thickness range is not carefully verified. The specific thickness of exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm is key.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 721933, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 721933 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 15% 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 China $1.1B 14% of world exports
- 2 Indonesia $959M 13% of world exports
- 3 Finland $928M 13% of world exports
World total: $7.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $1.1B 15% of world imports
- 2 China $841M 12% of world imports
- 3 Italy $728M 10.0% of world imports
World total: $7.3B 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 code for 7219.33
Brazil does not split HS 7219.33: its NCM code is 7219.33.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 72.19 →
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 7219.33
What is HS code 721933?
HS code 721933 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm. This HS code covers relatively thinner, wide, cold-rolled stainless steel sheets, a versatile product in global trade. These materials are highly valued for their excellent formability, corrosion resistance, and smooth surface finish, making them indispensable across a wide array of industries. Countries with strong consumer goods manufacturing, appliance production, and construction sectors, such as China, the United States, and Mexico, are significant importers. Exporters typically originate from major steel-producing nations like Japan, South Korea, and Germany. Traders should pay close attention to the specific alloy composition (e.g., 304, 430), surface finish requirements (e.g., 2B, BA, No. 4), and any regional trade agreements or anti-dumping measures that might influence pricing and supply chains. The cold-rolling process ensures superior dimensional accuracy and a clean surface, crucial for applications requiring precision and aesthetic appeal, from kitchenware to industrial enclosures.
What products fall under HS code 721933?
Thin stainless steel sheets, Cold-rolled stainless steel panels, Appliance casings, Food processing equipment components, Medical device enclosures, Architectural trim, Elevator panels, HVAC ducting
What are common misclassifications for HS code 721933?
This code can be confused with 721932 (thicker cold-rolled) or 721934 (thinner cold-rolled) if the exact thickness range is not carefully verified. The specific thickness of exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm is key.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 721933?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 721933 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 14% of world exports), Indonesia ($959M) and Finland ($928M). World exports came to about $7.3B, 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 721933?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 721933 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.1B, 15% of world imports), China ($841M) and Italy ($728M). World imports came to about $7.3B, 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 721933 structured?
HS code 721933 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (19) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (33) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 721933?
In Brazil, HS code 721933 is NCM 7219.33.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.