Product classification
HS code for Deformed steel wire rod: 7213.10
Iron or non-alloy steel, bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process.
Classification of deformed steel wire rod under HS 7213.10
Deformed steel wire rods are classified under HS code 7213.10 based on their material composition, manufacturing process, and physical geometry. Chapter 72 covers iron and steel, while heading 7213 specifically addresses bars and rods of iron or non-alloy steel that are hot-rolled and presented in irregularly wound coils. The defining characteristic for subheading 7213.10 is the presence of indentations, ribs, grooves, or other deformations. These physical features are typically introduced during the rolling process to enhance the bonding properties of the steel when used as reinforcement in concrete structures. To qualify for this code, the product must not have been cold-formed or cold-finished after the hot-rolling process, and it must remain in its coiled form. Straightened bars, even if they possess the same deformed surface, are excluded from this heading and moved to heading 7214. The steel must be "non-alloy," meaning it does not contain elements like chromium, nickel, or molybdenum in quantities exceeding the limits defined in Note 1(f) to Chapter 72. The irregularly wound nature of the coils is also a critical factor, as it distinguishes wire rod from other forms of steel that might be wound in a more structured manner. This product is essential in the construction industry for reinforcing concrete foundations and pillars.
- Covers
- Hot-rolled ribbed wire rod in coils
- Deformed steel coils for concrete reinforcement
- Indented non-alloy steel wire rod
- Grooved hot-rolled steel rods in irregular coils
- Also under 7213.10
- ArcelorMittal rebar coils
- Gerdau rebar
- Nucor rebar
- Tata Steel rebar
Codes often confused with 7213.10
Common mistake. This product is often confused with HS code 7214.20, which covers deformed bars that are not in coils (straightened). Another common error is using 7213.91, which is reserved for smooth (non-deformed) wire rods of a circular cross-section. If the steel is alloyed, it must be classified under heading 7227 instead.
Top exporters and importers of HS 721310 (the code used for deformed steel wire rod), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 721310 (the code used for deformed steel wire rod) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Israel, with 20% 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 721310, not only deformed steel wire rod.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $414M 16% of world exports
- 2 Italy $332M 13% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $313M 12% of world exports
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Israel $616M 20% of world imports
- 2 Romania $279M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 Switzerland $191M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $3.1B 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 deformed steel wire rod
Brazil classifies deformed steel wire rod under NCM 7213.10.00: HS 7213.10 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 deformed steel wire rod
What is the HS code for Deformed steel wire rod?
The HS code for Deformed steel wire rod is 721310 (Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process). The HS code for deformed steel wire rod in irregularly wound coils is 7213.10.
How do I classify Deformed steel wire rod for customs?
Deformed steel wire rod is classified under HS code 721310 — Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can cold-drawn wire be classified under this code?
No, cold-drawn or cold-finished wire is classified under heading 7217, as 7213 is strictly for hot-rolled products.
Which countries are the top exporters of deformed steel wire rod (HS 721310)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 721310 (the code used for deformed steel wire rod) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($414M, 16% of world exports), Italy ($332M) and Türkiye ($313M). World exports came to about $2.6B, 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 deformed steel wire rod (HS 721310)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 721310 (the code used for deformed steel wire rod) in UN Comtrade data were Israel ($616M, 20% of world imports), Romania ($279M) and Switzerland ($191M). World imports came to about $3.1B, 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 Deformed steel wire rod the same in all countries?
The base HS code 721310 for Deformed steel wire rod 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 deformed steel wire rod in Brazil?
In Brazil, deformed steel wire rod (HS 721310) is classified under NCM 7213.10.00.