Product classification
HS code for Fabricated steel products: 7326.90
Iron or steel, articles n.e.c. in heading 7326.
Classification of fabricated steel products under HS 7326.90
Fabricated steel products that do not fit into more specific categories are classified under HS code 7326.90. This is a \"basket\" code within Chapter 73, which covers articles of iron or steel. Heading 7326 is reserved for \"Other articles of iron or steel,\" meaning it applies only when the product is not specified in headings 7301 through 7325. Fabrication involves processes such as forging, stamping, bending, or welding steel into a finished or semi-finished shape. To use 7326.90, the importer must verify that the item is not a structural component (7308), a container (7309-7311), or a household article (7323). This code is frequently used for industrial components, brackets, and custom-made steel parts that serve a mechanical or structural purpose but lack a dedicated HS heading. Because 7326.90 is a residual category, it requires a thorough review of the preceding headings in Chapter 73 to ensure no other code applies. The classification is based on the material (iron or steel) and the fact that the article has been worked beyond simple casting or forging but does not have a specific function defined elsewhere in the nomenclature.
- Covers
- Custom steel mounting brackets
- Steel tool boxes (not for retail sale)
- Fabricated steel clamps and stays
- Non-mechanical steel industrial components
- Steel ladders and steps (not for domestic use)
- Forged or stamped steel articles requiring further assembly
- Also under 7326.90
- Fastenal (various fasteners/brackets)
- Grainger (industrial hardware)
- IKEA (steel furniture frames)
- Bosch (some hand tools)
- Lincoln Electric (welding fixtures)
Codes often confused with 7326.90
Common mistake. Fabricated steel is often misclassified under HS code 7308.90, which is for structures and parts of structures. If the steel product is a standalone article and not part of a building, bridge, or tower, 7326.90 is more appropriate. Another common error is using 8487.90 for machinery parts; however, if the part is a simple steel fabrication without mechanical features, Chapter 73 takes precedence. Additionally, 7323.93 (stainless steel kitchenware) is often confused with general steel fabrications.
Top exporters and importers of HS 732690 (the code used for fabricated steel products), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 732690 (the code used for fabricated steel products) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 9.0% 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 732690, not only fabricated steel products.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $14.9B 24% of world exports
- 2 Germany $5.8B 9.3% of world exports
- 3 United States $5.8B 9.3% of world exports
World total: $62.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $5.4B 9.0% of world imports
- 2 United States $5.2B 8.8% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $4.2B 7.0% of world imports
World total: $59.8B 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 codes for fabricated steel products
Brazil splits HS 7326.90 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 7326.90.10Nickel steel elliptical heads for gas containers
- 7326.90.20Iron or steel discs for minting coins
- 7326.90.90Other iron or steel articles, not listed elsewhere
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 fabricated steel products
What is the HS code for Fabricated steel products?
The HS code for Fabricated steel products is 732690 (Iron or steel; articles n.e.c. in heading 7326). The general HS code for miscellaneous fabricated iron or steel products is 7326.90.
How do I classify Fabricated steel products for customs?
Fabricated steel products is classified under HS code 732690 — Iron or steel; articles n.e.c. in heading 7326. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
When should I use 7308 instead of 7326?
Use HS code 7308 if the steel product is specifically designed as a structural component for buildings, bridges, or other permanent installations. Use 7326 for general articles that do not form part of a structure.
Which countries are the top exporters of fabricated steel products (HS 732690)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 732690 (the code used for fabricated steel products) in UN Comtrade data were China ($14.9B, 24% of world exports), Germany ($5.8B) and the United States ($5.8B). World exports came to about $62.1B, 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 fabricated steel products (HS 732690)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 732690 (the code used for fabricated steel products) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($5.4B, 9.0% of world imports), the United States ($5.2B) and Thailand ($4.2B). World imports came to about $59.8B, 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 Fabricated steel products the same in all countries?
The base HS code 732690 for Fabricated steel products 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 fabricated steel products in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 732690 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for fabricated steel products depends on the product's details: 7326.90.10 (Nickel steel elliptical heads for gas containers), 7326.90.20 (Iron or steel discs for minting coins), 7326.90.90 (Other iron or steel articles, not listed elsewhere).