HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7228.40 – Steel, alloy; bars and rods, forged
HS code 7228.40 is the 6-digit subheading for steel, alloy, bars and rods, forged. It is used for forged alloy steel crankshaft blanks, forged connecting rods stock, forged gear blanks, forged turbine shafts and heavy-duty axle shafts.
What HS 7228.40 covers
This HS code specifically covers alloy steel bars and rods that have been produced by forging. Forging is a manufacturing process involving the shaping of metal using localized compressive forces, which results in superior strength, toughness, and fatigue resistance compared to cast or machined parts, due to the refined grain structure. These forged alloy steel bars and rods are critical components in demanding applications across industries such as aerospace, automotive (e.g., crankshafts, connecting rods), heavy machinery, and power generation. International trade involves specialized forging companies and steel mills exporting these high-performance materials to manufacturers requiring components with exceptional mechanical properties. Importers are typically high-precision engineering firms and heavy industry manufacturers. Trade is driven by the need for critical, high-stress components where reliability and durability are paramount. Buyers prioritize material integrity, precise dimensions, and specific mechanical test results to ensure safety and performance.
- Covers
- Forged alloy steel crankshaft blanks
- Forged connecting rods stock
- Forged gear blanks
- Forged turbine shafts
- Heavy-duty axle shafts
- Forged tool steel bars
- Forged structural components
- Examples
- ThyssenKrupp forged components
- Bharat Forge forged bars
- Aichi Steel forged products
- Finkl Steel forged tool steel
Codes often confused with 7228.40
Common mistake. Can be confused with hot-rolled, hot-drawn, or extruded alloy steel bars (722830) if the specific 'forged' manufacturing process is not identified, as forging imparts distinct material properties.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 722840, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 722840 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 13% 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 $474M 39% of world exports
- 2 Germany $244M 20% of world exports
- 3 Sweden $169M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $153M 13% of world imports
- 2 Italy $146M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $97M 8.2% 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 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 7228.40
Brazil does not split HS 7228.40: its NCM code is 7228.40.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 72.28 →
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 7228.40
What is HS code 722840?
HS code 722840 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Steel, alloy; bars and rods, forged. This HS code specifically covers alloy steel bars and rods that have been produced by forging. Forging is a manufacturing process involving the shaping of metal using localized compressive forces, which results in superior strength, toughness, and fatigue resistance compared to cast or machined parts, due to the refined grain structure. These forged alloy steel bars and rods are critical components in demanding applications across industries such as aerospace, automotive (e.g., crankshafts, connecting rods), heavy machinery, and power generation. International trade involves specialized forging companies and steel mills exporting these high-performance materials to manufacturers requiring components with exceptional mechanical properties. Importers are typically high-precision engineering firms and heavy industry manufacturers. Trade is driven by the need for critical, high-stress components where reliability and durability are paramount. Buyers prioritize material integrity, precise dimensions, and specific mechanical test results to ensure safety and performance.
What products fall under HS code 722840?
Forged alloy steel crankshaft blanks, forged connecting rods stock, forged gear blanks, forged turbine shafts, heavy-duty axle shafts, forged tool steel bars, forged structural components
What are common misclassifications for HS code 722840?
Can be confused with hot-rolled, hot-drawn, or extruded alloy steel bars (722830) if the specific 'forged' manufacturing process is not identified, as forging imparts distinct material properties.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 722840?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 722840 in UN Comtrade data were China ($474M, 39% of world exports), Germany ($244M) and Sweden ($169M). World exports 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 722840?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 722840 in UN Comtrade data were China ($153M, 13% of world imports), Italy ($146M) and Germany ($97M). 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 722840 structured?
HS code 722840 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (72) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (28) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 722840?
In Brazil, HS code 722840 is NCM 7228.40.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.