About HS Code 732619
This category covers other articles of iron or steel that are forged or stamped but not further worked, excluding grinding balls. This broad code encompasses a wide array of semi-finished components and blanks used across various manufacturing sectors, including automotive, machinery, and construction. These articles serve as foundational parts that will undergo further processing, such as machining, welding, or assembly. International trade is driven by global supply chains for industrial components, with demand from countries with robust manufacturing bases. Importers typically include nations with significant automotive or machinery production, such as the USA, Japan, and Mexico. Exporters are often countries with strong forging and stamping industries, like China, Germany, and India. The trade highlights the importance of precision forming processes for creating durable and cost-effective parts.
Products Under This Code
Forged steel flanges (unfinished), stamped metal brackets (unfinished), forged crankshaft blanks, stamped automotive body panels (raw), forged gear blanks, stamped agricultural implement parts, forged connecting rods
Real World Examples
ThyssenKrupp (forged components), Bharat Forge (various forgings), Aichi Steel (forged parts), GKN Driveline (forged blanks), Magna International (stamped body parts)
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 732690 (other articles of iron/steel) if the forging/stamping method isn't clearly identified, or 7307 (pipe fittings) if the article is a specific fitting.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Products Classified Under 7326.19
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and India are leading exporters, with the USA, Japan, and Mexico being major importers for manufacturing supply chains.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 732619?
HS code 732619 covers: Iron or steel; articles n.e.c. in item no. 7326.11, forged or stamped, but not further worked. This category covers other articles of iron or steel that are forged or stamped but not further worked, excluding grinding balls. This broad code encompasses a wide array of semi-finished components and blanks used across various manufacturing sectors, including automotive, machinery, and construction. These articles serve as foundational parts that will undergo further processing, such as machining, welding, or assembly. International trade is driven by global supply chains for industrial components, with demand from countries with robust manufacturing bases. Importers typically include nations with significant automotive or machinery production, such as the USA, Japan, and Mexico. Exporters are often countries with strong forging and stamping industries, like China, Germany, and India. The trade highlights the importance of precision forming processes for creating durable and cost-effective parts.
What products fall under HS code 732619?
Forged steel flanges (unfinished), stamped metal brackets (unfinished), forged crankshaft blanks, stamped automotive body panels (raw), forged gear blanks, stamped agricultural implement parts, forged connecting rods
What are common misclassifications for HS code 732619?
Can be confused with 732690 (other articles of iron/steel) if the forging/stamping method isn't clearly identified, or 7307 (pipe fittings) if the article is a specific fitting.
How is HS code 732619 structured?
HS code 732619 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (26) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.