HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7307.23 – Steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings
HS code 7307.23 is the 6-digit subheading for steel, stainless, tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings. It is used for stainless steel butt-weld elbows, stainless steel butt-weld tees, stainless steel butt-weld reducers, stainless steel butt-weld caps and stainless steel butt-weld crosses.
What HS 7307.23 covers
This HS code specifically covers butt-welding fittings made from stainless steel, which are designed to be welded directly to pipes, creating a permanent, leak-proof connection. These fittings are essential for constructing high-integrity piping systems in critical applications where strength, corrosion resistance, and flow efficiency are paramount. Industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, power generation, and chemical processing heavily rely on these fittings for their robust performance under extreme conditions. Importers are typically large-scale industrial project contractors, engineering procurement construction (EPC) firms, and specialized distributors globally. Exporters are often found in countries with advanced steel manufacturing and fabrication capabilities. Key trade considerations include material grade (e.g., 304/304L, 316/316L), wall thickness schedule, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with international standards like ASME B16.9.
- Covers
- Stainless steel butt-weld elbows
- Stainless steel butt-weld tees
- Stainless steel butt-weld reducers
- Stainless steel butt-weld caps
- Stainless steel butt-weld crosses
- Stainless steel butt-weld stub ends
- Stainless steel butt-weld concentric reducers
- Examples
- Erne Fittings stainless steel butt-weld fittings
- Benkan Corporation stainless steel fittings
- Awaji Sangyo stainless steel fittings
- Tenaris stainless steel butt-weld components
Codes often confused with 7307.23
Common mistake. Can be confused with threaded fittings (730722) or flanges (730721) if the specific 'butt-welding' connection method is not clearly identified, leading to incorrect classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 730723, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 730723 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 China $316M 23% of world exports
- 2 Germany $151M 11% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $143M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $156M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $124M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$68M 5.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.3B 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 7307.23
Brazil does not split HS 7307.23: its NCM code is 7307.23.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 73.07 →
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 7307.23
What is HS code 730723?
HS code 730723 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings. This HS code specifically covers butt-welding fittings made from stainless steel, which are designed to be welded directly to pipes, creating a permanent, leak-proof connection. These fittings are essential for constructing high-integrity piping systems in critical applications where strength, corrosion resistance, and flow efficiency are paramount. Industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, power generation, and chemical processing heavily rely on these fittings for their robust performance under extreme conditions. Importers are typically large-scale industrial project contractors, engineering procurement construction (EPC) firms, and specialized distributors globally. Exporters are often found in countries with advanced steel manufacturing and fabrication capabilities. Key trade considerations include material grade (e.g., 304/304L, 316/316L), wall thickness schedule, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with international standards like ASME B16.9.
What products fall under HS code 730723?
Stainless steel butt-weld elbows, stainless steel butt-weld tees, stainless steel butt-weld reducers, stainless steel butt-weld caps, stainless steel butt-weld crosses, stainless steel butt-weld stub ends, stainless steel butt-weld concentric reducers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 730723?
Can be confused with threaded fittings (730722) or flanges (730721) if the specific 'butt-welding' connection method is not clearly identified, leading to incorrect classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 730723?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 730723 in UN Comtrade data were China ($316M, 23% of world exports), Germany ($151M) and South Korea ($143M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 730723?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 730723 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($156M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($124M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $68M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 730723 structured?
HS code 730723 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (23) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 730723?
In Brazil, HS code 730723 is NCM 7307.23.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.