HS Code for High speed steel strip
High speed steel strip is classified under HS code 7226.20, which covers flat-rolled products of alloy steel with a width of less than 600 mm. The classification logic follows a specific hierarchy: first, the material must be identified as alloy steel; second, it must meet the chemical definition of high speed steel (containing specific levels of tungsten, molybdenum, and vanadium); and third, its dimensions must categorize it as "strip" or narrow flat-rolled product. Heading 7226 is reserved for products that do not meet the width threshold of 600 mm, which would otherwise place them under heading 7225. These strips are essential in the production of saw blades, power tool components, and specialized industrial knives. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the product is hot-rolled or cold-rolled, provided the width and chemical composition criteria are met. The precision of the width is the primary factor that separates this code from broader steel plate classifications.
Products Included
- Cold-rolled high speed steel strip
- Hot-rolled narrow high speed steel flats
- High speed steel coil strip (width < 600mm)
- Bimetal saw blade backing strip (if high speed steel)
- Hardened and tempered high speed steel strip
Common Misclassification
High speed steel strip is often misclassified under HS code 7225.20. Code 7225 is for flat-rolled products with a width of 600 mm or more. If the strip is 599 mm wide, it belongs in 7226.20; if it is 601 mm wide, it belongs in 7225.20. Another error involves 7211.00, which is for non-alloy steel strips. Since high speed steel is by definition an alloy steel, it must stay within the 7226 range. Finally, finished saw blades are classified in 8202, not 7226, even if they are made of high speed steel strip.
FAQ
What is the HS code for high speed steel strip?
The HS code for high speed steel strip (flat-rolled, width less than 600 mm) is 7226.20.
Does the thickness of the strip change the HS code?
No, for high speed steel under 7226.20, the primary dimensional constraint is the width (less than 600 mm), not the thickness, though it must be a flat-rolled product.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for High speed steel strip?
The HS code for High speed steel strip is 722620 (Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, of high speed steel).
How do I classify High speed steel strip for customs?
High speed steel strip is classified under HS code 722620 — Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, of high speed steel. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for High speed steel strip the same in all countries?
The base HS code 722620 for High speed steel strip is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.