HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7304.41 – Steel, stainless; cold-drawn or cold-rolled (cold-reduced), tubes and pipes of circular cross-section
HS code 7304.41 is the 6-digit subheading for steel, stainless, cold-drawn or cold-rolled (cold-reduced), tubes and pipes of circular cross-section. It is used for cold-drawn stainless steel pipes, cold-rolled stainless steel tubes, precision stainless steel tubing, hygienic stainless steel pipes and corrosion-resistant seamless tubes.
What HS 7304.41 covers
This category covers cold-drawn or cold-rolled seamless tubes and pipes made from stainless steel, all featuring a circular cross-section. These products are highly valued in international trade for their superior corrosion resistance, precise dimensions, and smooth surface finish, achieved through the cold-working process. Industries such as chemical processing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and automotive rely heavily on these specialized pipes for critical applications where hygiene, durability, and resistance to harsh environments are paramount. Major players in the import and export of these goods include countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities and high-tech industries, such as Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United States, alongside significant production from China and India. The trade is influenced by global industrial investment, regulatory standards for material purity, and the demand for long-lasting, low-maintenance piping systems.
- Covers
- Cold-drawn stainless steel pipes
- Cold-rolled stainless steel tubes
- Precision stainless steel tubing
- Hygienic stainless steel pipes
- Corrosion-resistant seamless tubes
- Pharmaceutical-grade stainless pipes
- Automotive exhaust tubing
- Examples
- Sandvik stainless precision tubes
- Outokumpu cold-drawn stainless pipes
- ThyssenKrupp stainless steel tubing
- Sumitomo Metal Industries cold-rolled stainless pipes
Codes often confused with 7304.41
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 730449 (stainless steel, not cold-drawn/rolled) due to the material, but the "cold-drawn or cold-rolled" processing is the critical distinction. It also differs from 730640 (welded stainless steel tubes) by being seamless.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 730441, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 730441 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 $975M 31% of world exports
- 2 Japan $332M 11% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $297M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $3.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $302M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $267M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $173M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $2.8B 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 7304.41 2
Brazil splits HS 7304.41 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 7304.41.10 Stainless capillary tubes, OD 3 mm, ID 0.2 mm maxTubos capilares de diâmetro exterior inferior ou igual a 3 mm e diâmetro interior inferior ou igual a 0,2 mm
- 7304.41.90 Other cold-drawn/rolled seamless stainless tubesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 73.04 →
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 7304.41
What is HS code 730441?
HS code 730441 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Steel, stainless; cold-drawn or cold-rolled (cold-reduced), tubes and pipes of circular cross-section. This category covers cold-drawn or cold-rolled seamless tubes and pipes made from stainless steel, all featuring a circular cross-section. These products are highly valued in international trade for their superior corrosion resistance, precise dimensions, and smooth surface finish, achieved through the cold-working process. Industries such as chemical processing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and automotive rely heavily on these specialized pipes for critical applications where hygiene, durability, and resistance to harsh environments are paramount. Major players in the import and export of these goods include countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities and high-tech industries, such as Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United States, alongside significant production from China and India. The trade is influenced by global industrial investment, regulatory standards for material purity, and the demand for long-lasting, low-maintenance piping systems.
What products fall under HS code 730441?
Cold-drawn stainless steel pipes, Cold-rolled stainless steel tubes, Precision stainless steel tubing, Hygienic stainless steel pipes, Corrosion-resistant seamless tubes, Pharmaceutical-grade stainless pipes, Automotive exhaust tubing
What are common misclassifications for HS code 730441?
This code can be confused with 730449 (stainless steel, not cold-drawn/rolled) due to the material, but the "cold-drawn or cold-rolled" processing is the critical distinction. It also differs from 730640 (welded stainless steel tubes) by being seamless.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 730441?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 730441 in UN Comtrade data were China ($975M, 31% of world exports), Japan ($332M) and Czechia ($297M). World exports came to about $3.1B, 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 730441?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 730441 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($302M, 11% of world imports), China ($267M) and Germany ($173M). World imports came to about $2.8B, 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 730441 structured?
HS code 730441 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 730441?
Brazil splits HS code 730441 into 2 NCM codes: 7304.41.10 (Stainless capillary tubes, OD 3 mm, ID 0.2 mm max), 7304.41.90 (Other cold-drawn/rolled seamless stainless tubes). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.