HS Code Subheading

Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm

7219.35 Subheading
Section XV — Base metals and articles of base metal

About HS Code 721935

This HS code covers very thin-gauge, wide, cold-rolled stainless steel, often referred to as stainless steel foil or shim stock. This highly specialized product is crucial in international trade for applications demanding extreme precision, lightweight properties, and superior corrosion resistance. Importers are typically countries with high-tech manufacturing sectors, including electronics, medical devices, and precision engineering, such as Japan, Germany, and the United States. Exporters often come from nations with advanced metallurgical capabilities, like South Korea, Japan, and certain European countries. Traders must be acutely aware of the specific alloy compositions (e.g., 304, 316L), surface finishes (e.g., bright annealed), and the stringent quality control requirements for these ultra-thin materials. The cold-rolling process at such fine gauges ensures exceptional dimensional accuracy and a flawless surface, making it indispensable for critical components where even slight variations are unacceptable.

Products Under This Code

Stainless steel foil, Ultra-thin stainless steel sheets, Precision shims, Flexible circuits, Medical instrument components, Battery casings, Gaskets, Diaphragms

Real World Examples

Sandvik stainless steel foil, Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal ultra-thin sheets, Outokumpu precision strip, POSCO thin gauge 304L

Common Misclassification

This code can be confused with 721934 (slightly thicker cold-rolled) or even certain types of stainless steel strip under 722020 if the width is not strictly 600mm or more. The key is the thickness being less than 0.5mm and the width being 600mm 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.

Products Classified Under 7219.35

Stainless steel foil

Related Codes

7219.11 Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils, of a thickness exceeding 10mm 7219.12 Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more but not exceeding 10mm 7219.13 Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils, of a thickness of 3mm or more but less than 4.75mm 7219.14 Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils, of a thickness of less than 3mm 7219.21 Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, (not in coils), of a thickness exceeding 10mm 7219.22 Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, (not in coils), of a thickness of 4.75mm or more but not exceeding 10mm 7219.23 Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, (not in coils), of a thickness of 3mm or more but less than 4.75mm 7219.24 Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, (not in coils), of a thickness of less than 3mm 7219.31 Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled or cold-reduced, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more 7219.32 Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more but less than 4.75mm

Industry

This code belongs to the Metals & Metal Products industry.

Trade Overview

Leading importers are often Japan, Germany, and USA, while major exporters include South Korea, Japan, and Sweden.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 721935?

HS code 721935 covers: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm. This HS code covers very thin-gauge, wide, cold-rolled stainless steel, often referred to as stainless steel foil or shim stock. This highly specialized product is crucial in international trade for applications demanding extreme precision, lightweight properties, and superior corrosion resistance. Importers are typically countries with high-tech manufacturing sectors, including electronics, medical devices, and precision engineering, such as Japan, Germany, and the United States. Exporters often come from nations with advanced metallurgical capabilities, like South Korea, Japan, and certain European countries. Traders must be acutely aware of the specific alloy compositions (e.g., 304, 316L), surface finishes (e.g., bright annealed), and the stringent quality control requirements for these ultra-thin materials. The cold-rolling process at such fine gauges ensures exceptional dimensional accuracy and a flawless surface, making it indispensable for critical components where even slight variations are unacceptable.

What products fall under HS code 721935?

Stainless steel foil, Ultra-thin stainless steel sheets, Precision shims, Flexible circuits, Medical instrument components, Battery casings, Gaskets, Diaphragms

What are common misclassifications for HS code 721935?

This code can be confused with 721934 (slightly thicker cold-rolled) or even certain types of stainless steel strip under 722020 if the width is not strictly 600mm or more. The key is the thickness being less than 0.5mm and the width being 600mm or more.

How is HS code 721935 structured?

HS code 721935 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 (35) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.