HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7225.91 – Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc
HS code 7225.91 is the 6-digit subheading for steel, alloy, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc. It is used for electro-galvanized alloy steel sheets, automotive electro-galvanized steel, appliance electro-galvanized steel, corrosion-resistant alloy steel for electronics and zinc-coated alloy steel for precision parts.
What HS 7225.91 covers
This specific HS code identifies flat-rolled alloy steel, 600mm or more in width, that has been electrolytically plated or coated with zinc. This electro-galvanizing process provides a thin, uniform, and aesthetically pleasing zinc coating, offering excellent corrosion resistance and superior paintability compared to other coating methods. It is highly valued in industries where surface quality and precise coating thickness are critical, such as in automotive exposed panels, high-end appliances, and electronic casings. Importers are typically manufacturers requiring high-quality, corrosion-resistant materials for their finished products. Exporters are specialized steel mills equipped with advanced electro-galvanizing lines. Trade is influenced by stringent quality standards and demand for durable, visually appealing steel products.
- Covers
- Electro-galvanized alloy steel sheets
- Automotive electro-galvanized steel
- Appliance electro-galvanized steel
- Corrosion-resistant alloy steel for electronics
- Zinc-coated alloy steel for precision parts
- Examples
- ArcelorMittal Electrogalvanized
- Nippon Steel EG
- POSCO EGI
- ThyssenKrupp ZM EGI
- JFE Steel EG
Codes often confused with 7225.91
Common mistake. Often confused with 721030, which covers non-alloy electrolytically zinc-coated steel, if the alloy content is not verified. It is also distinct from 722592, which covers other methods of zinc coating, such as hot-dip galvanizing, resulting in different coating characteristics.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 722591, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 722591 in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 20% 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 Belgium $287M 26% of world exports
- 2 Japan $227M 21% of world exports
- 3 Germany $199M 18% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $192M 20% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$109M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 China $85M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $965M 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 7225.91
Brazil does not split HS 7225.91: its NCM code is 7225.91.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 72.25 →
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 7225.91
What is HS code 722591?
HS code 722591 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc. This specific HS code identifies flat-rolled alloy steel, 600mm or more in width, that has been electrolytically plated or coated with zinc. This electro-galvanizing process provides a thin, uniform, and aesthetically pleasing zinc coating, offering excellent corrosion resistance and superior paintability compared to other coating methods. It is highly valued in industries where surface quality and precise coating thickness are critical, such as in automotive exposed panels, high-end appliances, and electronic casings. Importers are typically manufacturers requiring high-quality, corrosion-resistant materials for their finished products. Exporters are specialized steel mills equipped with advanced electro-galvanizing lines. Trade is influenced by stringent quality standards and demand for durable, visually appealing steel products.
What products fall under HS code 722591?
Electro-galvanized alloy steel sheets, automotive electro-galvanized steel, appliance electro-galvanized steel, corrosion-resistant alloy steel for electronics, zinc-coated alloy steel for precision parts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 722591?
Often confused with 721030, which covers non-alloy electrolytically zinc-coated steel, if the alloy content is not verified. It is also distinct from 722592, which covers other methods of zinc coating, such as hot-dip galvanizing, resulting in different coating characteristics.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 722591?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 722591 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($287M, 26% of world exports), Japan ($227M) and Germany ($199M). 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 722591?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 722591 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($192M, 20% of world imports), Vietnam (about $109M) and China ($85M). World imports came to about $965M, 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 722591 structured?
HS code 722591 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (25) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 722591?
In Brazil, HS code 722591 is NCM 7225.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.