HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7315.82 – Chain; welded link chain, of iron or steel
HS code 7315.82 is the 6-digit subheading for chain, welded link chain, of iron or steel. It is used for lifting chains, security chains, agricultural chains, logging chains and general utility chains.
What HS 7315.82 covers
This HS code encompasses a broad range of welded link chains made of iron or steel, which are formed by welding individual links together. Unlike stud-link chains, these are used across a wider spectrum of applications, from industrial lifting and material handling to agricultural machinery, security barriers, and general utility purposes. International trade involves a diverse group of participants; importers include construction companies, manufacturing plants, agricultural equipment suppliers, hardware distributors, and retail chains. Exporters are typically steel product manufacturers ranging from large mills to specialized chain fabricators. Key aspects in trade include the chain's material grade (e.g., alloy steel, high-test steel), load capacity, surface finish (e.g., galvanized, self-colored), and compliance with relevant safety and performance standards for lifting or specific industrial uses.
- Covers
- Lifting chains
- Security chains
- Agricultural chains
- Logging chains
- General utility chains
- Tow chains
- Sling chains
- Barrier chains
- Examples
- Peerless Chain
- Campbell Chain
- Crosby Group lifting chains
- Columbus McKinnon (CM) chains
Codes often confused with 7315.82
Common mistake. Often confused with 731581 (stud-link chain) for heavy marine use, or 731589 (other chains) if the specific welded link characteristic isn't clearly defined.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 731582, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 731582 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 $389M 46% of world exports
- 2 Germany $151M 18% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $41M 4.9% of world exports
World total: $839M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $122M 15% of world imports
- 2 Brazil $74M 9.0% of world imports
- 3 China $67M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $820M 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 7315.82
Brazil does not split HS 7315.82: its NCM code is 7315.82.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 73.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7315.82
What is HS code 731582?
HS code 731582 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Chain; welded link chain, of iron or steel. This HS code encompasses a broad range of welded link chains made of iron or steel, which are formed by welding individual links together. Unlike stud-link chains, these are used across a wider spectrum of applications, from industrial lifting and material handling to agricultural machinery, security barriers, and general utility purposes. International trade involves a diverse group of participants; importers include construction companies, manufacturing plants, agricultural equipment suppliers, hardware distributors, and retail chains. Exporters are typically steel product manufacturers ranging from large mills to specialized chain fabricators. Key aspects in trade include the chain's material grade (e.g., alloy steel, high-test steel), load capacity, surface finish (e.g., galvanized, self-colored), and compliance with relevant safety and performance standards for lifting or specific industrial uses.
What products fall under HS code 731582?
Lifting chains, security chains, agricultural chains, logging chains, general utility chains, tow chains, sling chains, barrier chains
What are common misclassifications for HS code 731582?
Often confused with 731581 (stud-link chain) for heavy marine use, or 731589 (other chains) if the specific welded link characteristic isn't clearly defined.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 731582?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 731582 in UN Comtrade data were China ($389M, 46% of world exports), Germany ($151M) and Czechia ($41M). World exports came to about $839M, 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 731582?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 731582 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($122M, 15% of world imports), Brazil ($74M) and China ($67M). World imports came to about $820M, 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 731582 structured?
HS code 731582 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (82) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 731582?
In Brazil, HS code 731582 is NCM 7315.82.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.