Product classification
HS code for Galvanized alloy steel sheet: 7225.92
Steel, alloy, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, plated or coated with zinc (other than electrolytically).
Classification of galvanized alloy steel sheet under HS 7225.92
The classification of galvanized alloy steel sheet under HS code 7225.92 is strictly governed by the material's chemical composition, its physical dimensions, and the specific nature of its surface coating. According to the Legal Notes to Chapter 72 of the Harmonized System, "alloy steel" is defined by the presence of specific alloying elements that exceed certain weight thresholds, such as 0.3% for aluminum, 0.0008% for boron, or 0.3% for chromium. This product must also meet the definition of "flat-rolled," which refers to products with a rectangular cross-section that does not conform to the definition of "bars and rods." The width is a primary classifier; heading 7225 is reserved for products with a width of 600 mm or more. Subheading 7225.92 specifically addresses those alloy steel sheets that have been plated or coated with zinc using methods other than electrolytic deposition. This typically refers to the hot-dip galvanization process, where the steel is submerged in a bath of molten zinc. This classification follows General Interpretative Rules (GRI) 1 and 6, ensuring that the product is distinguished from non-alloy steel and from narrower strips. The presence of the zinc coating is essential for providing corrosion resistance, making these sheets ideal for automotive and construction applications.
- Covers
- Hot-dip galvanized alloy steel sheets
- Zinc-coated silicon-electrical steel (width 600mm+)
- Alloy steel plates coated with zinc-aluminum alloys
- Corrugated alloy steel sheets with non-electrolytic zinc coating
- Also under 7225.92
- ArcelorMittal Galvalume
- Nippon Steel SuperDyma
- POSCO PosMAC
- ThyssenKrupp ZM
- JFE Steel JFE-GALFAN
Codes often confused with 7225.92
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 7210.49, which covers galvanized flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel. The distinction depends entirely on the chemical analysis of the steel. It is also often confused with 7225.91, which is specifically for alloy steel that has been coated electrolytically rather than through hot-dip or other methods. Finally, if the width is less than 600 mm, the product must be classified under heading 7226 regardless of the coating method.
Top exporters and importers of HS 722592 (the code used for galvanized alloy steel sheet), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 722592 (the code used for galvanized alloy steel sheet) in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 9.9% 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 722592, not only galvanized alloy steel sheet.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Austria $1.3B 17% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.1B 15% of world exports
- 3 China $675M 8.8% of world exports
World total: $7.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $744M 9.9% of world imports
- 2 Germany $722M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 United States $494M 6.6% of world imports
World total: $7.5B 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 galvanized alloy steel sheet
Brazil classifies galvanized alloy steel sheet under NCM 7225.92.00: HS 7225.92 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 galvanized alloy steel sheet
What is the HS code for Galvanized alloy steel sheet?
The HS code for Galvanized alloy steel sheet is 722592 (Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, plated or coated with zinc (other than electrolytically)). The HS code for galvanized alloy steel sheet with a width of 600 mm or more, coated by non-electrolytic methods, is 7225.92.
How do I classify Galvanized alloy steel sheet for customs?
Galvanized alloy steel sheet is classified under HS code 722592 — Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, plated or coated with zinc (other than electrolytically). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What documentation is needed to prove this classification?
Importers should provide a Mill Test Certificate (MTC) that details the chemical composition to prove it meets the "alloy steel" definition and specifies the coating method used during production.
Which countries are the top exporters of galvanized alloy steel sheet (HS 722592)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 722592 (the code used for galvanized alloy steel sheet) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($1.3B, 17% of world exports), Germany ($1.1B) and China ($675M). World exports came to about $7.7B, 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 galvanized alloy steel sheet (HS 722592)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 722592 (the code used for galvanized alloy steel sheet) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($744M, 9.9% of world imports), Germany ($722M) and the United States ($494M). World imports came to about $7.5B, 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 Galvanized alloy steel sheet the same in all countries?
The base HS code 722592 for 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 galvanized alloy steel sheet in Brazil?
In Brazil, galvanized alloy steel sheet (HS 722592) is classified under NCM 7225.92.00.