HS Code for Deformed steel bars

Deformed steel bars, commonly referred to as rebar, are classified under HS code 7214.20. This classification is governed by the General Interpretative Rules (GIR) of the Harmonized System, specifically focusing on the material composition and the physical state of the product. Chapter 72 covers iron and steel, and heading 7214 is designated for "Other bars and rods of iron or non-alloy steel, not further worked than forged, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, but including those twisted after rolling." The subheading 7214.20 is highly specific, identifying bars and rods that contain indentations, ribs, grooves, or other deformations produced during the rolling process. These physical features are essential for the product's primary function in the construction industry, where they provide mechanical anchoring when embedded in concrete. To fall under this code, the steel must be non-alloy and must not have undergone cold-finishing or further processing beyond the hot-rolling stage, with the exception of twisting. The classification is determined by the presence of these surface deformations which distinguish them from smooth bars.

Products Included

• Hot-rolled ribbed steel bars
• Deformed reinforcing bars (rebar)
• Twisted steel rods for concrete reinforcement
• High-strength deformed bars
• Threaded steel bars produced during rolling

Common Misclassification

Deformed steel bars are frequently misclassified under HS code 7213.91 or 7213.99. These codes refer to bars and rods in irregularly wound coils. If the deformed bars are presented in straight lengths, they must be classified under 7214.20. Another common error is using 7215.50, which covers other bars and rods of iron or non-alloy steel that have been cold-formed or cold-finished. If the deformations are added after the hot-rolling process through cold-working, the classification changes. Additionally, if the bars are made of alloy steel, they would be classified under Chapter 7228.

FAQ

What is the HS code for deformed steel bars?

The HS code for deformed steel bars made of non-alloy steel and hot-rolled is 7214.20.

Does the length of the bar affect the HS code?

No, the length does not change the 7214.20 classification, provided the bars are in straight lengths and not in irregularly wound coils.