HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7314.42 – Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, coated with plastic
HS code 7314.42 is the 6-digit subheading for iron or steel wire, grill, netting and fencing, coated with plastic. It is used for PVC-coated chain-link fence, plastic-coated garden mesh, green vinyl-coated welded fence, black plastic-coated security netting and polyethylene-coated animal enclosures.
What HS 7314.42 covers
This HS code covers iron or steel wire grills, netting, and fencing that are coated with plastic. This category is distinct because the plastic coating provides enhanced corrosion resistance, UV protection, and often an aesthetic appeal, making these products suitable for a wider range of applications than their uncoated or merely zinc-coated counterparts. They are extensively used in residential and commercial landscaping, garden fencing, sports enclosures, and marine environments where durability and appearance are important. The plastic coating can be PVC, polyethylene, or other polymers, applied over bare steel or sometimes over a galvanized base for double protection. Importers often seek these products for their extended lifespan, reduced maintenance, and variety of colors. Exporters are typically countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in wire drawing, coating, and fabrication. Traders need to consider the type of plastic coating, its thickness, UV resistance, wire gauge, and mesh configuration, as these factors significantly influence the product's performance and market value. The demand for these products is often linked to construction trends and outdoor living improvements.
- Covers
- PVC-coated chain-link fence
- Plastic-coated garden mesh
- Green vinyl-coated welded fence
- Black plastic-coated security netting
- Polyethylene-coated animal enclosures
- Vinyl-coated hardware cloth
- Plastic-dipped wire panels
- Examples
- Betafence Plasitor
- Master Halco vinyl-coated chain-link
- Bekaert Motto plastic-coated barbed wire
- Cyclone plastic-coated mesh
- Tenax garden fencing
Codes often confused with 7314.42
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 731439 (welded, other coatings) or 731449 (non-welded, other coatings), but the specific plastic coating is the defining characteristic here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 731442, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 731442 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 10.0% 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 China $110M 45% of world exports
- 2 Italy $21M 8.5% of world exports
- 3 Slovakia $11M 4.4% of world exports
World total: $247M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $23M 10.0% of world imports
- 2 France $17M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 Canada $15M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $230M 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 7314.42
Brazil does not split HS 7314.42: its NCM code is 7314.42.00.
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 7314.42
What is HS code 731442?
HS code 731442 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, coated with plastic. This HS code covers iron or steel wire grills, netting, and fencing that are coated with plastic. This category is distinct because the plastic coating provides enhanced corrosion resistance, UV protection, and often an aesthetic appeal, making these products suitable for a wider range of applications than their uncoated or merely zinc-coated counterparts. They are extensively used in residential and commercial landscaping, garden fencing, sports enclosures, and marine environments where durability and appearance are important. The plastic coating can be PVC, polyethylene, or other polymers, applied over bare steel or sometimes over a galvanized base for double protection. Importers often seek these products for their extended lifespan, reduced maintenance, and variety of colors. Exporters are typically countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in wire drawing, coating, and fabrication. Traders need to consider the type of plastic coating, its thickness, UV resistance, wire gauge, and mesh configuration, as these factors significantly influence the product's performance and market value. The demand for these products is often linked to construction trends and outdoor living improvements.
What products fall under HS code 731442?
PVC-coated chain-link fence, Plastic-coated garden mesh, Green vinyl-coated welded fence, Black plastic-coated security netting, Polyethylene-coated animal enclosures, Vinyl-coated hardware cloth, Plastic-dipped wire panels
What are common misclassifications for HS code 731442?
This code is often confused with 731439 (welded, other coatings) or 731449 (non-welded, other coatings), but the specific plastic coating is the defining characteristic here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 731442?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 731442 in UN Comtrade data were China ($110M, 45% of world exports), Italy ($21M) and Slovakia ($11M). World exports came to about $247M, 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 731442?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 731442 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($23M, 10.0% of world imports), France ($17M) and Canada ($15M). World imports came to about $230M, 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 731442 structured?
HS code 731442 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 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 731442?
In Brazil, HS code 731442 is NCM 7314.42.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.