Product classification

HS code for CR steel sheet: 7209.26

Iron or non-alloy steel, (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm.

Classification of CR steel sheet under HS 7209.26

HS code 7209.26 identifies flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, cold-rolled, not in coils, with a width of 600 mm or more and a thickness exceeding 1 mm but less than 3 mm. These are typically referred to as steel sheets or plates. The "not in coils" distinction is the primary factor separating this code from 7209.16. Cold-rolled sheets are preferred in applications requiring high-quality surface finishes and precise mechanical properties, such as automotive body panels, office furniture, or appliance manufacturing. The classification depends strictly on the absence of coiling and the specific thickness range of 1mm to 3mm. These products are usually cut-to-length from larger coils or produced as discrete sheets, and they must not be further worked beyond cold-rolling to remain in this specific category.

Covers
  • Cold-rolled steel sheets (cut-to-length)
  • Non-alloy steel plates, cold-rolled, 2mm thickness
  • Flat CR steel panels, width 1250mm
  • Rectangular cold-rolled steel sheets for industrial use
  • Cold-rolled flat-rolled steel not wound in coils
Also under 7209.26
  • POSCO cold-rolled sheets
  • JFE Steel CR plates
  • Tata Steel CR sheets
  • Baosteel cold-rolled flat products
  • Nucor CR cut sheets

Codes often confused with 7209.26

Common mistake. The most common misclassification is HS code 7209.16, which is the code for the exact same material but presented in coils. Importers must ensure the packaging state is correctly identified. Another error involves HS code 7209.27, which covers sheets with a thickness of 0.5 mm to 1 mm. Additionally, if the steel is alloyed (e.g., stainless steel), it would move to Chapter 7219 or 7225, making the "non-alloy" status a critical check for 7209.26. Hot-rolled sheets are also frequently confused and belong under heading 7208.

7209.27Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 0.5mm or more but not exceeding 1mm7209.28Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm7209.90Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, n.e.c. in heading no. 72097209.25Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more7209.16Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm72.19Stainless steel; flat-rolled products of width of 600mm or more72.25Alloy steel flat-rolled products, of a width 600mm or more72.08Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products of a width of 600mm or more, hot-rolled, not clad, plated or coated

Top exporters and importers of HS 720926 (the code used for CR steel sheet), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 720926 (the code used for CR steel sheet) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 10% 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 720926, not only CR steel sheet.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $53M
  2. 2 Italy $47M
  3. 3 Hungary $44M

World total: $439M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $44M
  2. 2 Czechia $36M
  3. 3 Hungary $34M

World total: $432M 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 CR steel sheet

Brazil classifies CR steel sheet under NCM 7209.26.00: HS 7209.26 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 CR steel sheet

What is the HS code for CR steel sheet?

The HS code for CR steel sheet is 720926 (Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm). The HS code for cold-rolled steel sheets (not in coils) with a width of 600mm or more and a thickness between 1mm and 3mm is 7209.26.

How do I classify CR steel sheet for customs?

CR steel sheet is classified under HS code 720926 — Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

How does this differ from hot-rolled sheets?

Hot-rolled sheets of similar dimensions are classified under heading 7208. Cold-rolled sheets (7209) have undergone further processing at room temperature to achieve better tolerances, superior surface quality, and increased strength.

Which countries are the top exporters of CR steel sheet (HS 720926)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 720926 (the code used for CR steel sheet) in UN Comtrade data were China ($53M, 12% of world exports), Italy ($47M) and Hungary ($44M). World exports came to about $439M, 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 CR steel sheet (HS 720926)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 720926 (the code used for CR steel sheet) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($44M, 10% of world imports), Czechia ($36M) and Hungary ($34M). World imports came to about $432M, 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 CR steel sheet the same in all countries?

The base HS code 720926 for CR 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.

What is the NCM code for CR steel sheet in Brazil?

In Brazil, CR steel sheet (HS 720926) is classified under NCM 7209.26.00.