HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7302.10 – Iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material; rails
HS code 7302.10 is the 6-digit subheading for iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material, rails. It is used for standard gauge rails, heavy haul rails, light rails, grooved rails (for tramways) and crane rails.
What HS 7302.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers rails made of iron or steel, which are the fundamental components of railway and tramway tracks. These heavy, precisely engineered sections are designed to guide trains and trams, distributing their immense weight over the track bed. Rails must possess exceptional strength, wear resistance, and fatigue resistance to withstand constant heavy loads, abrasion, and environmental stresses. They are produced in various profiles, including standard gauge, heavy haul, and grooved rails for urban tramways. International trade in rails is a critical aspect of global infrastructure development, driven by the construction of new railway lines, expansion of urban transit systems, and the ongoing maintenance and upgrading of existing networks. Major steel producers with specialized rolling mills are the primary exporters, supplying to countries investing heavily in their rail transport systems.
- Covers
- Standard gauge rails
- Heavy haul rails
- Light rails
- Grooved rails (for tramways)
- Crane rails
- Conductor rails
- Switch rails
- Examples
- ArcelorMittal rails
- Nippon Steel rails
- EVRAZ rails
- Tata Steel rails
- Voestalpine rails
Codes often confused with 7302.10
Common mistake. Could be confused with other heavy steel sections like 7216 (non-alloy structural sections) or 722870 (alloy structural sections) if the specific 'railway track' application and profile are not considered.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 730210, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 730210 in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% 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 Austria $652M 23% of world exports
- 2 China $540M 19% of world exports
- 3 Japan $306M 11% of world exports
World total: $2.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $366M 12% of world imports
- 2 Italy $180M 6.0% of world imports
- 3 Canada $175M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $3.0B 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 codes for 7302.10 2
Brazil splits HS 7302.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 7302.10.10 Steel rails, 44.5 kg/m or heavierDe aço, de peso linear igual ou superior a 44,5 kg/m
- 7302.10.90 Other railway or tramway railsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 73.02 →
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 7302.10
What is HS code 730210?
HS code 730210 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material; rails. This HS code specifically covers rails made of iron or steel, which are the fundamental components of railway and tramway tracks. These heavy, precisely engineered sections are designed to guide trains and trams, distributing their immense weight over the track bed. Rails must possess exceptional strength, wear resistance, and fatigue resistance to withstand constant heavy loads, abrasion, and environmental stresses. They are produced in various profiles, including standard gauge, heavy haul, and grooved rails for urban tramways. International trade in rails is a critical aspect of global infrastructure development, driven by the construction of new railway lines, expansion of urban transit systems, and the ongoing maintenance and upgrading of existing networks. Major steel producers with specialized rolling mills are the primary exporters, supplying to countries investing heavily in their rail transport systems.
What products fall under HS code 730210?
Standard gauge rails, Heavy haul rails, Light rails, Grooved rails (for tramways), Crane rails, Conductor rails, Switch rails
What are common misclassifications for HS code 730210?
Could be confused with other heavy steel sections like 7216 (non-alloy structural sections) or 722870 (alloy structural sections) if the specific 'railway track' application and profile are not considered.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 730210?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 730210 in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($652M, 23% of world exports), China ($540M) and Japan ($306M). World exports came to about $2.9B, 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 730210?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 730210 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($366M, 12% of world imports), Italy ($180M) and Canada ($175M). World imports came to about $3.0B, 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 730210 structured?
HS code 730210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 730210?
Brazil splits HS code 730210 into 2 NCM codes: 7302.10.10 (Steel rails, 44.5 kg/m or heavier), 7302.10.90 (Other railway or tramway rails). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.