HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7301.20 – Iron or steel; angles, shapes and sections, welded
HS code 7301.20 is the 6-digit subheading for iron or steel, angles, shapes and sections, welded. It is used for welded steel I-beams, welded steel H-beams, welded steel box sections, welded steel channels and welded steel angles.
What HS 7301.20 covers
This HS code pertains to angles, shapes, and sections of iron or steel that are manufactured by welding. Unlike hot-rolled sections, welded profiles allow for greater flexibility in design, larger dimensions, and the use of different steel grades within a single section, optimizing material use and structural performance. These fabricated structural components are crucial in heavy construction, shipbuilding, bridge building, and the manufacturing of large industrial machinery where custom or oversized sections are required. The welding process enables the creation of complex or very large beams and columns that would be impractical or impossible to produce by rolling alone. International trade is driven by large-scale engineering projects and heavy industries globally, with major steel fabricators exporting to construction sites and shipyards worldwide. The 'welded' aspect is key to distinguishing these from rolled sections.
- Covers
- Welded steel I-beams
- Welded steel H-beams
- Welded steel box sections
- Welded steel channels
- Welded steel angles
- Fabricated steel girders
- Custom welded structural sections
- Examples
- Nucor fabricated beams
- SSAB welded sections
- Tata Steel custom welded profiles
- ArcelorMittal large welded sections
Codes often confused with 7301.20
Common mistake. Often confused with 7216 (non-alloy steel angles, shapes, sections, not welded) or 722870 (alloy steel angles, shapes, sections, not welded) if the 'welded' aspect is overlooked, which implies fabrication rather than rolling.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 730120, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 730120 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.2% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 22% 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 United States $53M 9.2% of world exports
- 2 Germany $51M 8.9% of world exports
- 3 Bahrain* ~$42M 7.2% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $573M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $129M 22% of world imports
- 2 Ireland $39M 6.8% of world imports
- 3 Germany $38M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $578M 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 7301.20
Brazil does not split HS 7301.20: its NCM code is 7301.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 73.01 →
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 7301.20
What is HS code 730120?
HS code 730120 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron or steel; angles, shapes and sections, welded. This HS code pertains to angles, shapes, and sections of iron or steel that are manufactured by welding. Unlike hot-rolled sections, welded profiles allow for greater flexibility in design, larger dimensions, and the use of different steel grades within a single section, optimizing material use and structural performance. These fabricated structural components are crucial in heavy construction, shipbuilding, bridge building, and the manufacturing of large industrial machinery where custom or oversized sections are required. The welding process enables the creation of complex or very large beams and columns that would be impractical or impossible to produce by rolling alone. International trade is driven by large-scale engineering projects and heavy industries globally, with major steel fabricators exporting to construction sites and shipyards worldwide. The 'welded' aspect is key to distinguishing these from rolled sections.
What products fall under HS code 730120?
Welded steel I-beams, Welded steel H-beams, Welded steel box sections, Welded steel channels, Welded steel angles, Fabricated steel girders, Custom welded structural sections
What are common misclassifications for HS code 730120?
Often confused with 7216 (non-alloy steel angles, shapes, sections, not welded) or 722870 (alloy steel angles, shapes, sections, not welded) if the 'welded' aspect is overlooked, which implies fabrication rather than rolling.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 730120?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 730120 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($53M, 9.2% of world exports), Germany ($51M) and Bahrain (about $42M). World exports came to about $573M, 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 730120?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 730120 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($129M, 22% of world imports), Ireland ($39M) and Germany ($38M). World imports came to about $578M, 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 730120 structured?
HS code 730120 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 730120?
In Brazil, HS code 730120 is NCM 7301.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.