HS Code for Cold-rolled stainless steel plate

HS code 7219.31 is utilized for flat-rolled products of stainless steel, with a width of 600 mm or more, that have been cold-rolled and possess a thickness of 4.75 mm or more. This classification is particularly specific because it combines the material type (stainless steel), the width (600 mm or more), the manufacturing process (cold-rolled), and a specific thickness threshold. Stainless steel must contain at least 10.5% chromium by weight. While most cold-rolled stainless steel is produced in thinner gauges (sheets), this code covers thicker "plates" that have undergone cold reduction. Cold-rolling thick plates is a specialized industrial process used to achieve precise thickness tolerances and a specific surface finish that hot-rolling cannot provide. This code is distinguished from 7219.21, which covers hot-rolled stainless steel plates of the same thickness. The distinction is important for customs because cold-rolled products are typically higher in value and used in applications where surface aesthetics or precision are paramount, such as in food processing equipment or architectural cladding. Understanding the thickness break-points within heading 7219 is crucial for correct classification, as the subheadings change at 4.75 mm, 3 mm, 1 mm, and 0.5 mm.

Products Included

• Cold-rolled stainless steel plates (thickness >= 4.75mm)
• Wide cold-reduced stainless sheets (thickness >= 4.75mm)
• Cold-rolled stainless steel coils (width >= 600mm, thickness >= 4.75mm)

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is with 7219.21, which covers hot-rolled stainless steel plate of the same thickness. It is also confused with 7219.32, which applies to cold-rolled stainless steel with a thickness between 3 mm and 4.75 mm. If the width is less than 600 mm, the product must be classified under heading 7220.

FAQ

What is the HS code for cold-rolled stainless steel plate?

The HS code for cold-rolled stainless steel, width 600mm or more, with a thickness of 4.75mm or more, is 7219.31.

How is plate distinguished from sheet in this code?

In the context of HS code 7219.31, the distinction is based on the thickness threshold of 4.75 mm or more, which generally corresponds to what industry refers to as plate.