Product classification
HS code for Alloy pig iron: 7201.50
Iron, alloy pig iron, spiegeleisen, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms.
Classification of alloy pig iron under HS 7201.50
Alloy pig iron is classified under HS code 720150, which specifically covers "Iron; alloy pig iron; spiegeleisen, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms." This classification is based on the material's composition and its primary form. Pig iron is an intermediate product of iron smelting, characterized by its high carbon content (typically 3.5-4.5%). The "alloy" designation signifies the intentional addition of specific alloying elements, such as manganese, silicon, chromium, or nickel, in quantities sufficient to impart distinct properties beyond those of non-alloy pig iron. These materials are typically cast into pigs, blocks, or other primary shapes, indicating they are raw materials for further processing rather than finished products.
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- Manganese alloy pig iron
- Silicon alloy pig iron
- Chromium alloy pig iron
- Nickel alloy pig iron
- Spiegeleisen (a specific type of pig iron with high manganese content)
- Pig iron containing other alloying elements in primary forms
- Also under 7201.50
- Spiegeleisen from Ukraine
- Alloy pig iron from China Steel
- POSCO alloyed pig iron
- Nippon Steel special pig iron
Codes often confused with 7201.50
Common mistake. Confusion often arises between alloy pig iron and other iron and steel products. HS 720110 and 720120 cover "Non-alloy pig iron," differentiated by phosphorus content. The key distinction from 720150 is the absence of intentional alloying elements in significant quantities. Another common misclassification is with HS 7202, which pertains to "Ferro-alloys." Ferro-alloys are typically more refined and concentrated alloys, used as additives in steelmaking to introduce specific elements, whereas alloy pig iron is a primary iron product with alloying elements already incorporated during its initial production. While both contain alloying elements, their form, carbon content, and primary use differ significantly.
Top exporters and importers of HS 720150 (the code used for alloy pig iron), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 720150 (the code used for alloy pig iron) in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 61% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 720150, not only alloy pig iron.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Indonesia $207M 48% of world exports
- 2 France $116M 27% of world exports
- 3 Russia* ~$71M 17% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $429M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $242M 61% of world imports
- 2 India $62M 16% of world imports
- 3 Spain $29M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $396M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 alloy pig iron
Brazil classifies alloy pig iron under NCM 7201.50.00: HS 7201.50 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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.
Questions about alloy pig iron
What is the HS code for Alloy pig iron?
The HS code for Alloy pig iron is 720150 (Iron; alloy pig iron; spiegeleisen, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms). The HS code for Alloy pig iron is 720150, which covers alloy pig iron and spiegeleisen in pigs, blocks, or other primary forms.
How do I classify Alloy pig iron for customs?
Alloy pig iron is classified under HS code 720150 — Iron; alloy pig iron; spiegeleisen, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What distinguishes alloy pig iron from non-alloy pig iron?
The primary distinction is the presence of intentionally added alloying elements (e.g., manganese, silicon, chromium, nickel) in alloy pig iron, in quantities that define it as an alloy. Non-alloy pig iron, conversely, contains only residual elements or impurities, not deliberate alloying additions.
Which countries are the top exporters of alloy pig iron (HS 720150)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 720150 (the code used for alloy pig iron) in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($207M, 48% of world exports), France ($116M) and Russia (about $71M). World exports came to about $429M, 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 alloy pig iron (HS 720150)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 720150 (the code used for alloy pig iron) in UN Comtrade data were China ($242M, 61% of world imports), India ($62M) and Spain ($29M). World imports came to about $396M, 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.
Is the HS code for Alloy pig iron the same in all countries?
The base HS code 720150 for Alloy pig iron is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for alloy pig iron in Brazil?
In Brazil, alloy pig iron (HS 720150) is classified under NCM 7201.50.00.