Product classification
HS code for Alloy steel ingots: 7224.10
Steel, alloy, ingots and other primary forms.
Classification of alloy steel ingots under HS 7224.10
Alloy steel ingots are classified under HS code 722410 because they represent alloy steel in its primary forms, specifically as ingots. This code is designated for the initial solid shapes of alloy steel obtained directly from casting, before they undergo significant working processes such as rolling, forging, or drawing. The term "alloy steel" indicates that the material contains specific alloying elements beyond the limits for non-alloy steel, imparting enhanced properties. The classification ensures that these foundational forms are correctly identified for customs and trade purposes.
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- Cast alloy steel ingots, typically rectangular or square in cross-section.
- Continuous cast blooms of alloy steel, which are semi-finished products larger than billets.
- Continuous cast billets of alloy steel, smaller than blooms, used for rolling into bars or wire rods.
- Continuous cast slabs of alloy steel, wide and flat, used for rolling into plates or sheets.
- Also under 7224.10
- ThyssenKrupp alloy steel ingots
- ArcelorMittal alloy steel blooms
- POSCO alloy steel slabs
- Baosteel alloy steel primary forms
Codes often confused with 7224.10
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for alloy steel ingots often involve HS code 7206, which covers ingots and other primary forms of iron or non-alloy steel. The crucial distinction is the presence and quantity of alloying elements that define "alloy steel." Another area of confusion can be with HS code 7207, which pertains to semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel. While blooms, billets, and slabs are considered semi-finished, 722410 specifically covers these forms when they are of alloy steel and are considered primary forms in the context of alloy steel production. HS code 722490 covers other primary forms of alloy steel not specifically mentioned, but 722410 is explicit for ingots and the common continuous cast primary forms.
Top exporters and importers of HS 722410 (the code used for alloy steel ingots), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 722410 (the code used for alloy steel ingots) in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 18% 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 722410, not only alloy steel ingots.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Austria $115M 23% of world exports
- 2 France $69M 14% of world exports
- 3 Italy $62M 12% of world exports
World total: $501M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $97M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $68M 13% of world imports
- 3 Japan $59M 11% of world imports
World total: $539M 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 alloy steel ingots
Brazil classifies alloy steel ingots under NCM 7224.10.00: HS 7224.10 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 steel ingots
What is the HS code for Alloy steel ingots?
The HS code for Alloy steel ingots is 722410 (Steel, alloy; ingots and other primary forms). The HS code for alloy steel ingots is 722410. This code specifically covers alloy steel in the form of ingots and other primary forms, such as blooms, billets, and slabs, which are the initial solid shapes after casting.
How do I classify Alloy steel ingots for customs?
Alloy steel ingots is classified under HS code 722410 — Steel, alloy; ingots and other primary forms. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What constitutes a 'primary form' in steel classification?
In steel classification, a 'primary form' refers to the initial solid shapes of steel obtained directly from casting processes, such as ingots, blooms, billets, and slabs. These forms are typically the first stage after molten steel solidifies and are intended for further processing, like hot-rolling or forging, to produce finished or semi-finished products. They are characterized by their relatively simple, unworked shapes.
Which countries are the top exporters of alloy steel ingots (HS 722410)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 722410 (the code used for alloy steel ingots) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($115M, 23% of world exports), France ($69M) and Italy ($62M). World exports came to about $501M, 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 steel ingots (HS 722410)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 722410 (the code used for alloy steel ingots) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($97M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($68M) and Japan ($59M). World imports came to about $539M, 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 steel ingots the same in all countries?
The base HS code 722410 for Alloy steel ingots 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 steel ingots in Brazil?
In Brazil, alloy steel ingots (HS 722410) is classified under NCM 7224.10.00.