HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7324.29 – Iron (other than cast) or steel; baths
HS code 7324.29 is the 6-digit subheading for iron (other than cast) or steel, baths. It is used for steel enamel bathtubs, pressed steel baths, acrylic-coated steel tubs, standard steel bathtubs and lightweight steel tubs.
What HS 7324.29 covers
This category encompasses baths made from iron (other than cast iron) or steel, which are widely traded internationally due to their versatility, lighter weight, and cost-effectiveness compared to cast iron alternatives. These baths are prevalent in modern residential and commercial construction, offering a balance of durability and affordability. Key importers include countries with active construction sectors and a demand for mass-market sanitary ware, such as the USA, France, and Australia. Leading exporters are typically nations with advanced steel manufacturing capabilities and efficient production lines, including Germany, China, and Turkey. Trade in these products is influenced by design trends, material coatings (e.g., enamel, acrylic), and logistical advantages of lighter goods, making them a staple in global plumbing supply chains.
- Covers
- Steel enamel bathtubs
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic-coated steel tubs
- Standard steel bathtubs
- Lightweight steel tubs
- Steel shower trays
- Compact steel baths
- Examples
- Kaldewei Eurowa
- BetteForm
- Villeroy & Boch (steel models)
- Duravit (some steel models)
- Roca (steel baths)
Codes often confused with 7324.29
Common mistake. Often confused with 732421 (cast iron baths) due to the material distinction, or 392210 (plastic baths) if the steel is heavily coated with plastic.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 732429, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 732429 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 14% 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 Germany $64M 41% of world exports
- 2 China $24M 15% of world exports
- 3 Portugal $16M 10% of world exports
World total: $155M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $25M 14% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $17M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 United States $12M 6.6% of world imports
World total: $183M 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 7324.29
Brazil does not split HS 7324.29: its NCM code is 7324.29.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 73.24 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7324.29
What is HS code 732429?
HS code 732429 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Iron (other than cast) or steel; baths. This category encompasses baths made from iron (other than cast iron) or steel, which are widely traded internationally due to their versatility, lighter weight, and cost-effectiveness compared to cast iron alternatives. These baths are prevalent in modern residential and commercial construction, offering a balance of durability and affordability. Key importers include countries with active construction sectors and a demand for mass-market sanitary ware, such as the USA, France, and Australia. Leading exporters are typically nations with advanced steel manufacturing capabilities and efficient production lines, including Germany, China, and Turkey. Trade in these products is influenced by design trends, material coatings (e.g., enamel, acrylic), and logistical advantages of lighter goods, making them a staple in global plumbing supply chains.
What products fall under HS code 732429?
Steel enamel bathtubs, pressed steel baths, acrylic-coated steel tubs, standard steel bathtubs, lightweight steel tubs, steel shower trays, compact steel baths
What are common misclassifications for HS code 732429?
Often confused with 732421 (cast iron baths) due to the material distinction, or 392210 (plastic baths) if the steel is heavily coated with plastic.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 732429?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 732429 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($64M, 41% of world exports), China ($24M) and Portugal ($16M). World exports came to about $155M, 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 732429?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 732429 in UN Comtrade data were India ($25M, 14% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($17M) and the United States ($12M). World imports came to about $183M, 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 732429 structured?
HS code 732429 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (24) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 732429?
In Brazil, HS code 732429 is NCM 7324.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.