HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 7310.10 – Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), 50l or more capacity but not exceeding 300l

HS code 7310.10 is the 6-digit subheading for tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), 50l or more capacity but not exceeding 300l. It is used for steel drums (55-gallon), intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) (steel type), chemical storage barrels, oil transport casks and food-grade steel containers.

What HS 7310.10 covers

This HS code covers intermediate-sized iron or steel containers, including tanks, casks, drums, and cans, with a capacity ranging from 50 liters to 300 liters, used for storing and transporting various non-gaseous materials. These containers are vital for logistics and supply chains across numerous industries. Importers include distributors, manufacturers needing bulk ingredient storage, waste management companies, and logistics providers. Exporters are specialized container manufacturers, often focusing on durability and reusability. Key trade considerations include the material (steel), the precise capacity within the specified range, reusability, UN ratings for hazardous materials, internal coatings to prevent contamination or corrosion, and design features that facilitate handling, such as forklift compatibility, ensuring efficient and safe material movement.

Covers
  • Steel drums (55-gallon)
  • Intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) (steel type)
  • Chemical storage barrels
  • Oil transport casks
  • Food-grade steel containers
  • Waste collection bins
  • Industrial paint drums
Examples
  • Greif steel drums
  • Mauser Packaging Solutions IBCs
  • Schutz steel containers
  • Skolnik steel drums

Codes often confused with 7310.10

Common mistake. Often confused with 730900 (larger containers >300L) due to capacity, or 731029 (smaller containers <50L) if the capacity range is not strictly observed.

7309.00Reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers; for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, capacity exceeding 300l, whether or not lined or heat insulated7310.29Tanks, casks, drums, boxes and similar containers for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas) less than 50l capacity, n.e.c. in item no. 7310.2, of iron or steel

Top exporters and importers of HS code 731010, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 731010 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 9.0% 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. 1 United States $289M
  2. 2 Germany $183M
  3. 3 Mexico $173M

World total: $2.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $154M
  2. 2 Mexico $153M
  3. 3 United States $98M

World total: $1.7B 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 7310.10 2

Brazil splits HS 7310.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 7310.10.10 Liquid nitrogen cryo-containers, 50-300 lRecipientes isotérmicos refrigerados a nitrogênio (azoto) líquido, do tipo utilizado para sêmen, sangue, tecidos biológicos e outros produtos semelhantes
  2. 7310.10.90 Other iron or steel tanks, drums, cans, 50-300 lOutros

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 73.10 →

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 7310.10

What is HS code 731010?

HS code 731010 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), 50l or more capacity but not exceeding 300l. This HS code covers intermediate-sized iron or steel containers, including tanks, casks, drums, and cans, with a capacity ranging from 50 liters to 300 liters, used for storing and transporting various non-gaseous materials. These containers are vital for logistics and supply chains across numerous industries. Importers include distributors, manufacturers needing bulk ingredient storage, waste management companies, and logistics providers. Exporters are specialized container manufacturers, often focusing on durability and reusability. Key trade considerations include the material (steel), the precise capacity within the specified range, reusability, UN ratings for hazardous materials, internal coatings to prevent contamination or corrosion, and design features that facilitate handling, such as forklift compatibility, ensuring efficient and safe material movement.

What products fall under HS code 731010?

Steel drums (55-gallon), Intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) (steel type), Chemical storage barrels, Oil transport casks, Food-grade steel containers, Waste collection bins, Industrial paint drums

What are common misclassifications for HS code 731010?

Often confused with 730900 (larger containers >300L) due to capacity, or 731029 (smaller containers <50L) if the capacity range is not strictly observed.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 731010?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 731010 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($289M, 14% of world exports), Germany ($183M) and Mexico ($173M). World exports came to about $2.1B, 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 731010?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 731010 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($154M, 9.0% of world imports), Mexico ($153M) and the United States ($98M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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 731010 structured?

HS code 731010 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) 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 731010?

Brazil splits HS code 731010 into 2 NCM codes: 7310.10.10 (Liquid nitrogen cryo-containers, 50-300 l), 7310.10.90 (Other iron or steel tanks, drums, cans, 50-300 l). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.