Product classification
HS code for Electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet: 7225.91
Steel, alloy, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc.
Classification of electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet under HS 7225.91
HS code 7225.91 applies to flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, with a width of 600 mm or more, that have been electrolytically plated or coated with zinc. This classification falls under Chapter 72 (Iron and Steel). To qualify for this code, the steel must meet the definition of \"other alloy steel\" as provided in Note 1(f) to Chapter 72, which specifies minimum percentages of elements like aluminum, boron, chromium, or manganese. The \"electro-galvanized\" aspect refers to the electrolytic process where a layer of zinc is bonded to the steel to prevent corrosion. This process results in a thinner, more uniform coating compared to hot-dip galvanizing, making it ideal for applications requiring a high-quality surface finish. The width requirement of 600 mm or more is a standard threshold in the HS to distinguish between \"wide\" sheets and \"narrow\" strips. This material is frequently used in the automotive industry for body panels where both corrosion resistance and paintability are essential.
- Covers
- Electro-galvanized alloy steel coils (width >600mm)
- Zinc-plated alloy steel sheets
- Electrolytically coated high-strength alloy steel
- Alloy steel flat-rolled products with zinc coating
- Automotive grade electro-galvanized alloy sheets
- Also under 7225.91
- ArcelorMittal Electrogalvanized
- Nippon Steel EG
- POSCO EGI
- ThyssenKrupp ZM EGI
- JFE Steel EG
Codes often confused with 7225.91
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is HS code 7210.30, which is for electro-galvanized non-alloy steel. The distinction depends entirely on the chemical composition of the steel base. If the steel contains alloying elements above the thresholds defined in Chapter 72, it must be moved to 7225.91. Another error is 7226.99, which applies to alloy steel with a width of less than 600 mm. Importers must provide mill test certificates to prove the alloy content and width.
Top exporters and importers of HS 722591 (the code used for electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 722591 (the code used for electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet) in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 722591, not only electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Belgium $287M 26% of world exports
- 2 Japan $227M 21% of world exports
- 3 Germany $199M 18% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $192M 20% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$109M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 China $85M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $965M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet
Brazil classifies electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet under NCM 7225.91.00: HS 7225.91 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 electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet
What is the HS code for Electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet?
The HS code for Electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet is 722591 (Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc). The HS code for electro-galvanized alloy steel sheets with a width of 600 mm or more is 7225.91.
How do I classify Electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet for customs?
Electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet is classified under HS code 722591 — Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does 7225.91 differ from hot-dip galvanized steel?
Hot-dip galvanized alloy steel is classified under 7225.92. The 7225.91 code is strictly for the electrolytic (electro-galvanized) coating process.
Which countries are the top exporters of electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet (HS 722591)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 722591 (the code used for electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($287M, 26% of world exports), Japan ($227M) and Germany ($199M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet (HS 722591)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 722591 (the code used for electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($192M, 20% of world imports), Vietnam (about $109M) and China ($85M). World imports came to about $965M, 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 Electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet the same in all countries?
The base HS code 722591 for Electro-galvanized alloy 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 electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet in Brazil?
In Brazil, electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet (HS 722591) is classified under NCM 7225.91.00.