HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7315.89 – Chain; n.e.c. in heading no. 7315, of iron or steel
HS code 7315.89 is the 6-digit subheading for chain, n.e.c. in heading no. 7315, of iron or steel. It is used for roller chains, conveyor chains, silent chains, leaf chains and timing chains.
What HS 7315.89 covers
This 'not elsewhere specified' HS code serves as a catch-all for all other iron or steel chains not specifically covered by stud-link (731581) or welded link (731582) categories. This includes a wide variety of specialized chains such as roller chains for power transmission, conveyor chains for material handling, silent chains, leaf chains, and even decorative or specialized industrial chains. The international trade landscape for these goods is highly fragmented, with importers ranging from machinery manufacturers and automotive industries to retail and specialized equipment suppliers. Exporters are often specialized chain manufacturers focusing on precision engineering and specific application requirements. Key considerations in trade include the chain's specific design, material composition, precision tolerances, and compliance with industry-specific standards for performance and durability in complex mechanical systems.
- Covers
- Roller chains
- Conveyor chains
- Silent chains
- Leaf chains
- Timing chains
- Bicycle chains
- Decorative chains
- Drive chains
- Examples
- Tsubaki roller chains
- Renold conveyor chains
- KMC bicycle chains
- Diamond Chain Company industrial chains
Codes often confused with 7315.89
Common mistake. Frequently confused with 731581 (stud-link) or 731582 (welded link) if the chain type is not clearly identified, or even 848390 (parts of transmission shafts) if it's a highly specialized machine chain.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 731589, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 731589 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 25% 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 $138M 35% of world exports
- 2 Italy $37M 9.3% of world exports
- 3 Germany $29M 7.4% of world exports
World total: $392M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $155M 25% of world imports
- 2 France $36M 5.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $26M 4.2% of world imports
World total: $622M 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 7315.89
Brazil does not split HS 7315.89: its NCM code is 7315.89.00.
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 7315.89
What is HS code 731589?
HS code 731589 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Chain; n.e.c. in heading no. 7315, of iron or steel. This 'not elsewhere specified' HS code serves as a catch-all for all other iron or steel chains not specifically covered by stud-link (731581) or welded link (731582) categories. This includes a wide variety of specialized chains such as roller chains for power transmission, conveyor chains for material handling, silent chains, leaf chains, and even decorative or specialized industrial chains. The international trade landscape for these goods is highly fragmented, with importers ranging from machinery manufacturers and automotive industries to retail and specialized equipment suppliers. Exporters are often specialized chain manufacturers focusing on precision engineering and specific application requirements. Key considerations in trade include the chain's specific design, material composition, precision tolerances, and compliance with industry-specific standards for performance and durability in complex mechanical systems.
What products fall under HS code 731589?
Roller chains, conveyor chains, silent chains, leaf chains, timing chains, bicycle chains, decorative chains, drive chains
What are common misclassifications for HS code 731589?
Frequently confused with 731581 (stud-link) or 731582 (welded link) if the chain type is not clearly identified, or even 848390 (parts of transmission shafts) if it's a highly specialized machine chain.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 731589?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 731589 in UN Comtrade data were China ($138M, 35% of world exports), Italy ($37M) and Germany ($29M). World exports came to about $392M, 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 731589?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 731589 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($155M, 25% of world imports), France ($36M) and Germany ($26M). World imports came to about $622M, 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 731589 structured?
HS code 731589 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 (89) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 731589?
In Brazil, HS code 731589 is NCM 7315.89.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.