HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7220.11 – Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, hot-rolled, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more
HS code 7220.11 is the 6-digit subheading for steel, stainless, flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, hot-rolled, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more. It is used for hot-rolled stainless steel strips (narrow), heavy-gauge stainless steel bars (flat), industrial stainless steel profiles, structural stainless steel components and flanges (cut from strip).
What HS 7220.11 covers
This HS code covers heavy-gauge, hot-rolled stainless steel in narrower flat forms, typically supplied as strips or narrow plates. This material is highly valued in international trade for its robust mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness compared to cold-rolled alternatives. Major importers include countries with heavy industrial sectors, such as the United States, Germany, and India, where it's used in structural components, heavy-duty equipment, and industrial machinery. Exporters often come from regions with significant primary steel production, like China, Japan, and certain European nations. Key things to know involve understanding the specific alloy grades (e.g., 304, 316), the typical hot-rolled surface finish (e.g., No. 1), and the impact of global steel prices and trade protection measures. The hot-rolling process provides good workability and strength, making it suitable for applications where dimensional precision and surface aesthetics are less critical than bulk strength and durability.
- Covers
- Hot-rolled stainless steel strips (narrow)
- Heavy-gauge stainless steel bars (flat)
- Industrial stainless steel profiles
- Structural stainless steel components
- Flanges (cut from strip)
- Heavy-duty brackets
- Wear plates
- Examples
- Outokumpu Forta H 304 hot-rolled strip
- POSCO hot-rolled stainless steel flat bar
- Aperam 316L hot-rolled narrow plate
- Jindal Stainless hot-rolled sections
Codes often confused with 7220.11
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 722012 (thinner hot-rolled, narrow) if the thickness is not precisely 4.75mm or more, or with 721911 if the width is 600mm or more. The key is both the hot-rolled process and the specific width and thickness.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 722011, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 722011 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 9.9% 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 India $21M 12% of world exports
- 2 United States $21M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $16M 9.3% of world exports
World total: $176M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $19M 9.9% of world imports
- 2 Italy $14M 7.7% of world imports
- 3 Luxembourg $11M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $187M 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 7220.11
Brazil does not split HS 7220.11: its NCM code is 7220.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 72.20 →
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 7220.11
What is HS code 722011?
HS code 722011 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, hot-rolled, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more. This HS code covers heavy-gauge, hot-rolled stainless steel in narrower flat forms, typically supplied as strips or narrow plates. This material is highly valued in international trade for its robust mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness compared to cold-rolled alternatives. Major importers include countries with heavy industrial sectors, such as the United States, Germany, and India, where it's used in structural components, heavy-duty equipment, and industrial machinery. Exporters often come from regions with significant primary steel production, like China, Japan, and certain European nations. Key things to know involve understanding the specific alloy grades (e.g., 304, 316), the typical hot-rolled surface finish (e.g., No. 1), and the impact of global steel prices and trade protection measures. The hot-rolling process provides good workability and strength, making it suitable for applications where dimensional precision and surface aesthetics are less critical than bulk strength and durability.
What products fall under HS code 722011?
Hot-rolled stainless steel strips (narrow), Heavy-gauge stainless steel bars (flat), Industrial stainless steel profiles, Structural stainless steel components, Flanges (cut from strip), Heavy-duty brackets, Wear plates
What are common misclassifications for HS code 722011?
This code can be confused with 722012 (thinner hot-rolled, narrow) if the thickness is not precisely 4.75mm or more, or with 721911 if the width is 600mm or more. The key is both the hot-rolled process and the specific width and thickness.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 722011?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 722011 in UN Comtrade data were India ($21M, 12% of world exports), the United States ($21M) and China ($16M). World exports came to about $176M, 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 722011?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 722011 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($19M, 9.9% of world imports), Italy ($14M) and Luxembourg ($11M). World imports came to about $187M, 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 722011 structured?
HS code 722011 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (20) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 722011?
In Brazil, HS code 722011 is NCM 7220.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.