HS Code for Flat rolled coated steel

Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, with a width of 600 mm or more, that are plated or coated with materials not specified in other subheadings of 7210, are classified under HS code 7210.90. This classification is part of Chapter 72, which covers iron and steel. The flat-rolled designation refers to products with a rectangular cross-section that does not conform to the definition of bars or rods. The coating or plating must be applied to the surface of the steel to provide corrosion resistance or other functional properties. Heading 7210 specifically addresses products that are wider than 600 mm; narrower products are classified under 7212. The 7210.90 code is used for coatings such as certain plastics, enamels, or complex metallic alloys that do not fall under the more common categories of tin, lead, or zinc. Customs authorities often require a mill test certificate to confirm that the coating does not fall under the more specific subheadings for galvanized or tin-plated steel.

Products Included

• Plastic-coated steel sheets (width 600mm+)
• Enamelled flat-rolled steel
• Chemically treated coated steel
• Composite metallic coated steel n.e.c.
• Chromium oxide coated steel

Common Misclassification

Common misclassifications include 7210.49 for zinc-coated (galvanized) steel and 7212.90 for flat-rolled steel less than 600 mm wide. The width is the primary divider between 7210 and 7212. Furthermore, if the steel is simply painted or varnished, it should be classified under 7210.70. HS code 7210.90 is strictly a residual category for coatings that are not specifically named in the preceding subheadings of 7210.

FAQ

What is the HS code for flat rolled coated steel?

For products 600mm or wider with non-standard coatings, the HS code is 7210.90.

What if the steel is narrower than 600mm?

If the width is less than 600mm, the product must be classified under heading 7212, regardless of the coating type.