HS Code for Alloy steel plate

Alloy steel plate is classified under HS code 722540 due to its specific characteristics as flat-rolled alloy steel, with a width of 600mm or more, produced by hot-rolling, and not presented in coils. This classification differentiates it from other forms of alloy steel based on its manufacturing process (hot-rolled), dimensions (width 600mm or more), and final physical state (cut to length, not in coils). The inclusion of "alloy steel" signifies that the material contains specific alloying elements in quantities sufficient to impart particular mechanical or physical properties, as defined by Chapter 72 notes, making it distinct from non-alloy steel plates.

Products Included

• Hot-rolled alloy steel plates, typically cut to specific lengths and thicknesses.
• Wide alloy steel sheets, hot-rolled, exceeding 600mm in width, supplied as flat pieces.
• Alloy steel flat products, exceeding 600mm in width, that have undergone hot deformation and are supplied as individual plates or sheets.

Common Misclassification

Common misclassifications for alloy steel plate include HS code 722530, which covers hot-rolled alloy steel flat products of 600mm or more in width, but specifically those in coils. The key distinction is the "not in coils" aspect for plates versus "in coils" for the other code. Another point of confusion can be with HS code 7208, which pertains to hot-rolled flat products of iron or non-alloy steel, where the difference lies in the "alloy steel" component. Furthermore, HS code 7226 covers flat-rolled products of alloy steel with a width of less than 600mm, making the width a critical differentiating factor for classification.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Alloy steel plate?

The HS code for alloy steel plate is 722540. This code specifically applies to flat-rolled products of alloy steel, with a width of 600mm or more, that have been hot-rolled and are supplied as individual plates or sheets, not in coils.

What is the difference between a 'plate' and a 'sheet' in HS classification?

In HS classification, the distinction between 'plate' and 'sheet' for flat-rolled products is primarily based on thickness, although specific thickness thresholds can vary by national interpretation or product type. Generally, plates are thicker than sheets. However, within codes like 722540, both terms might be encompassed as "flat-rolled products" exceeding a certain width and not in coils, with the primary classification criteria being material composition, rolling process, width, and form (coiled or not).