HS Code for Coated steel sheet
Coated steel sheets are classified under HS code 721090 when they are flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel with a width of 600 mm or more and are coated with materials not specified in other subheadings of 7210. Chapter 72 covers iron and steel, with heading 7210 focusing on flat-rolled products that have been plated or coated. The subheadings under 7210 are organized by the type of coating, such as tin (721011), lead (721020), or zinc (721041). Subheading 721090 acts as the other category for coatings that do not fit into the more specific descriptions. This can include sheets coated with certain metallic alloys, oxides, or complex composite materials. The classification requires that the base metal be iron or non-alloy steel and that the width meets the 600 mm threshold. If the width were less, the product would move to heading 7212. The coating must be permanent and intended to provide corrosion resistance, aesthetic appeal, or specific functional properties like electrical insulation or heat reflection. This code is vital for tracking industrial steel trade and applying anti-dumping duties where applicable.
Products Included
- Flat-rolled steel coated with chromium oxides
- Steel sheets with specialized metallic alloy coatings (not zinc or tin)
- Enamel-coated iron or non-alloy steel sheets (width >= 600mm)
- Composite-coated flat-rolled steel products
- Chemically treated steel sheets for specific industrial durability
Common Misclassification
The most frequent misclassification is using 721049 for galvanized (zinc-coated) steel or 721070 for painted, varnished, or plastic-coated steel. Subheading 721090 is only for coatings not covered by those specific descriptions. Additionally, if the width of the sheet is less than 600 mm, it must be classified under heading 7212 regardless of the coating type.
FAQ
What is the HS code for coated steel sheet?
For iron or non-alloy steel sheets with a width of 600mm or more, coated with materials other than tin, lead, zinc, or paint, the HS code is 721090.
What if the steel is alloyed?
If the steel meets the definition of alloy steel, it would move to Chapter 7225, as 7210 is strictly for iron or non-alloy steel.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Coated steel sheet?
The HS code for Coated steel sheet is 721090 (Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with materials n.e.c. in heading no. 7210).
How do I classify Coated steel sheet for customs?
Coated steel sheet is classified under HS code 721090 — Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with materials n.e.c. in heading no. 7210. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Coated steel sheet the same in all countries?
The base HS code 721090 for Coated steel sheet is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.