HS Code for Grain-oriented electrical steel
Grain-oriented electrical steel (GOES) is classified under HS code 7225.11. This product is a specialized alloy steel used primarily in the cores of high-efficiency transformers and electric motors. Chapter 72 covers iron and steel, and heading 7225 is for flat-rolled products of other alloy steel with a width of 600 mm or more. Subheading 7225.11 specifically identifies "silicon-electrical steel, grain-oriented." The term "grain-oriented" refers to the metallurgical structure where the crystal grains are aligned in a specific direction to optimize magnetic properties and reduce energy loss (core loss). To meet this classification, the steel must contain by weight at least 0.6% but not more than 6% of silicon and not more than 0.08% of carbon. It may also contain aluminum. The classification is strictly based on the chemical composition and the grain structure, which must be verified through technical specifications or mill certificates.
Products Included
- Grain-oriented silicon steel sheets
- GOES coils for transformer cores
- Flat-rolled electrical steel (width >= 600mm)
- Cold-rolled grain-oriented electrical steel
Common Misclassification
A common misclassification occurs with HS code 7225.19, which is for non-grain-oriented electrical steel. Non-oriented steel has isotropic magnetic properties and is used in rotating machinery like motors, whereas grain-oriented steel is anisotropic and used in static transformers. Another error is using 7226.11, which also covers grain-oriented silicon-electrical steel but is restricted to products with a width of less than 600 mm. Importers must ensure the width of the roll or sheet is correctly measured to choose between 7225 and 7226.
FAQ
What is the HS code for grain-oriented electrical steel?
For products with a width of 600 mm or more, the HS code is 7225.11.
What is the difference between 7225.11 and 7225.19?
7225.11 is for grain-oriented steel (directional magnetic properties), while 7225.19 is for non-grain-oriented steel (uniform magnetic properties).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Grain-oriented electrical steel?
The HS code for Grain-oriented electrical steel is 722511 (Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, of silicon-electrical steel, grain-oriented).
How do I classify Grain-oriented electrical steel for customs?
Grain-oriented electrical steel is classified under HS code 722511 — Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, of silicon-electrical steel, grain-oriented. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Grain-oriented electrical steel the same in all countries?
The base HS code 722511 for Grain-oriented electrical steel is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.