HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7314.14 – Iron or steel; woven cloth, of stainless steel, (other than endless bands for machinery)
HS code 7314.14 is the 6-digit subheading for iron or steel, woven cloth, of stainless steel, (other than endless bands for machinery). It is used for stainless steel mesh filters, stainless steel insect screens, architectural stainless steel mesh, stainless steel security screens and stainless steel sieves.
What HS 7314.14 covers
This category encompasses woven cloth made from stainless steel wire, excluding the endless bands specifically covered by 731412. These versatile materials are highly valued for their exceptional corrosion resistance, strength, and often aesthetic appeal, finding applications across a broad spectrum of industries. They are commonly used for filtration (e.g., in chemical or pharmaceutical processes), architectural design (facades, balustrades), security screening, insect screens, and various industrial sieving applications. Importers include manufacturers of filters, architectural firms, security product suppliers, and general industrial users. Exporters are typically specialized wire mesh manufacturers. Key trade considerations involve the specific stainless steel grade (e.g., 304, 316), mesh count, wire diameter, and weave pattern, all of which dictate the material's performance and suitability for diverse end-uses.
- Covers
- Stainless steel mesh filters
- Stainless steel insect screens
- Architectural stainless steel mesh
- Stainless steel security screens
- Stainless steel sieves
- Stainless steel decorative mesh
- Stainless steel laboratory screens
- Examples
- McNICHOLS stainless steel mesh
- TWP Inc. stainless steel wire cloth
- Banker Wire architectural mesh
- Dorstener Wire Tech stainless steel screens
- W.S. Tyler stainless steel test sieves
Codes often confused with 7314.14
Common mistake. Often confused with 731412 if the 'endless bands for machinery' distinction is missed, or with non-stainless steel woven cloth (731419).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 731414, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 731414 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 13% 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 $239M 41% of world exports
- 2 Germany $81M 14% of world exports
- 3 Japan $45M 7.6% of world exports
World total: $591M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $73M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $67M 12% of world imports
- 3 Australia $40M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $543M 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 code for 7314.14
Brazil does not split HS 7314.14: its NCM code is 7314.14.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 73.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7314.14
What is HS code 731414?
HS code 731414 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron or steel; woven cloth, of stainless steel, (other than endless bands for machinery). This category encompasses woven cloth made from stainless steel wire, excluding the endless bands specifically covered by 731412. These versatile materials are highly valued for their exceptional corrosion resistance, strength, and often aesthetic appeal, finding applications across a broad spectrum of industries. They are commonly used for filtration (e.g., in chemical or pharmaceutical processes), architectural design (facades, balustrades), security screening, insect screens, and various industrial sieving applications. Importers include manufacturers of filters, architectural firms, security product suppliers, and general industrial users. Exporters are typically specialized wire mesh manufacturers. Key trade considerations involve the specific stainless steel grade (e.g., 304, 316), mesh count, wire diameter, and weave pattern, all of which dictate the material's performance and suitability for diverse end-uses.
What products fall under HS code 731414?
Stainless steel mesh filters, stainless steel insect screens, architectural stainless steel mesh, stainless steel security screens, stainless steel sieves, stainless steel decorative mesh, stainless steel laboratory screens
What are common misclassifications for HS code 731414?
Often confused with 731412 if the 'endless bands for machinery' distinction is missed, or with non-stainless steel woven cloth (731419).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 731414?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 731414 in UN Comtrade data were China ($239M, 41% of world exports), Germany ($81M) and Japan ($45M). World exports came to about $591M, 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 731414?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 731414 in UN Comtrade data were China ($73M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($67M) and Australia ($40M). World imports came to about $543M, 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 731414 structured?
HS code 731414 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (14) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 731414?
In Brazil, HS code 731414 is NCM 7314.14.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.