Product classification
HS code for Galvanized welded fence: 7314.31
Iron or steel wire, grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, n.e.c. in item no. 7314.20, plated or coated with zinc.
Classification of galvanized welded fence under HS 7314.31
HS code 7314.31 is designated for galvanized welded fence, which falls under the broader category of grill, netting, and fencing made from iron or steel wire. To be classified under this specific code, the product must be welded at the intersections, a process that creates a rigid and stable mesh structure. The "galvanized" aspect refers to the application of a zinc coating, which can occur either before or after the welding process. This coating is vital for protecting the steel from oxidation and environmental degradation. The classification is further refined by the dimensions of the mesh; subheading 7314.31 is used for welded products that do not meet the criteria of subheading 7314.20. Specifically, 7314.20 is reserved for mesh where the wire has a cross-sectional dimension of 3 mm or more and the mesh size is 100 cm² or more. Therefore, 7314.31 covers a wide range of standard security and garden fencing that utilizes thinner wire or smaller mesh openings. The classification process involves evaluating the manufacturing method (welding vs. weaving), the material (iron or steel wire), and the surface treatment (zinc coating). This ensures that the product is correctly distinguished from non-welded netting or products coated with other materials like plastics.
- Covers
- Galvanized welded wire mesh panels
- Zinc-coated welded wire fabric for fencing
- Security fencing welded at intersections and galvanized
- Rolls of galvanized welded wire garden fencing
- Also under 7314.31
- Bekaert welded mesh
- Red Brand field fence
- Deacero galvanized mesh
- Betafence Nylofor
- Cyclone welded wire
Codes often confused with 7314.31
Common mistake. A common error is classifying these products under 7314.20, which is only for heavy-duty mesh with wire diameters over 3 mm and large mesh sizes. Another misclassification occurs with 7314.41, which covers galvanized fencing that is woven or intertwined rather than welded. Additionally, if the fence is plastic-coated over the zinc, it should be moved to 7314.39.
Top exporters and importers of HS 731431 (the code used for galvanized welded fence), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 731431 (the code used for galvanized welded fence) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% 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 731431, not only galvanized welded fence.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $326M 44% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $60M 8.0% of world exports
- 3 Poland $47M 6.3% of world exports
World total: $747M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $161M 24% of world imports
- 2 Italy $51M 7.6% of world imports
- 3 Germany $43M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $666M 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 welded fence
Brazil classifies galvanized welded fence under NCM 7314.31.00: HS 7314.31 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about galvanized welded fence
What is the HS code for Galvanized welded fence?
The HS code for Galvanized welded fence is 731431 (Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, n.e.c. in item no. 7314.20, plated or coated with zinc). The HS code for galvanized welded fence made of iron or steel wire, welded at the intersection, is 7314.31.
How do I classify Galvanized welded fence for customs?
Galvanized welded fence is classified under HS code 731431 — Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, n.e.c. in item no. 7314.20, plated or coated with zinc. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include stainless steel fencing?
No, stainless steel welded mesh is classified under subheading 7314.12 or 7314.39 depending on the specific construction, as 7314.31 is reserved for iron or non-stainless steel.
Which countries are the top exporters of galvanized welded fence (HS 731431)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 731431 (the code used for galvanized welded fence) in UN Comtrade data were China ($326M, 44% of world exports), Belgium ($60M) and Poland ($47M). World exports came to about $747M, 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 welded fence (HS 731431)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 731431 (the code used for galvanized welded fence) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($161M, 24% of world imports), Italy ($51M) and Germany ($43M). World imports came to about $666M, 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 welded fence the same in all countries?
The base HS code 731431 for Galvanized welded fence 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 welded fence in Brazil?
In Brazil, galvanized welded fence (HS 731431) is classified under NCM 7314.31.00.