Product classification

HS code for Hot rolled diamond plate: 7208.40

Iron or non-alloy steel, (not in coils), flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, with patterns in relief.

Classification of hot rolled diamond plate under HS 7208.40

Hot rolled diamond plate, frequently referred to as floor plate or tread plate, is classified under HS code 7208.40. This classification is found within Chapter 72 (Iron and Steel) and heading 7208, which covers flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel with a width of 600 mm or more. The defining characteristic for subheading 7208.40 is the presence of 'patterns in relief.' These patterns, such as diamonds, ribs, or studs, are rolled onto the surface of the steel during the hot-rolling process using a specialized roller. The primary purpose of these patterns is to provide a non-slip surface for industrial flooring, stairs, and vehicle ramps. To be classified under this code, the steel must not be in coils and must be hot-rolled. The width requirement of 600 mm or more is a critical threshold; if the plate is narrower, it would fall under heading 7211. The classification is straightforward under GRI 1, as the product description matches the heading and subheading text precisely, focusing on the physical relief pattern and the manufacturing method.

Covers
  • Hot-rolled steel floor plates with raised diamond patterns
  • Tread plates with a width of 1000mm
  • Non-slip industrial steel flooring in sheets
  • Embossed hot-rolled steel plates for stair treads
  • Durbar floor plates (hot-rolled, non-alloy steel)
Also under 7208.40
  • SSAB Checker Plate
  • ArcelorMittal Tread Plate
  • Nucor Diamond Plate
  • JFE Steel Floor Plate

Codes often confused with 7208.40

Common mistake. A common misclassification is HS code 7208.51, which covers flat-rolled steel of a width of 600mm or more but without patterns in relief. Importers may also mistakenly use HS code 7211.90 if they do not account for the width of the plate; heading 7211 is strictly for products less than 600mm wide. Additionally, if the plate is made of stainless steel, it must be classified under heading 7219 rather than 7208.

7208.10Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, with patterns in relief7208.51Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, without patterns in relief, of a thickness exceeding 10mm7211.90Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, n.e.c. in heading no. 7211, width less than 600mm72.11Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, width less than 600mm, not clad, plated or coated72.19Stainless steel; flat-rolled products of width of 600mm or more72.08Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products of a width of 600mm or more, hot-rolled, not clad, plated or coated

Top exporters and importers of HS 720840 (the code used for hot rolled diamond plate), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 720840 (the code used for hot rolled diamond plate) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 14% 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 720840, not only hot rolled diamond plate.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $134M
  2. 2 Slovakia $49M
  3. 3 Netherlands $28M

World total: $376M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $50M
  2. 2 France $22M
  3. 3 Egypt $19M

World total: $370M 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 hot rolled diamond plate

Brazil classifies hot rolled diamond plate under NCM 7208.40.00: HS 7208.40 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 hot rolled diamond plate

What is the HS code for Hot rolled diamond plate?

The HS code for Hot rolled diamond plate is 720840 (Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, with patterns in relief). The HS code for hot-rolled diamond plate with a width of 600mm or more is 7208.40.

How do I classify Hot rolled diamond plate for customs?

Hot rolled diamond plate is classified under HS code 720840 — Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, with patterns in relief. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What if the diamond plate is in a coil?

If the diamond plate is in a coil and has a width of 600mm or more, it would typically be classified under a different subheading within 7208, such as 7208.10 or 7208.25, depending on thickness, as 7208.40 is specifically for products 'not in coils.'

Which countries are the top exporters of hot rolled diamond plate (HS 720840)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 720840 (the code used for hot rolled diamond plate) in UN Comtrade data were China ($134M, 36% of world exports), Slovakia ($49M) and the Netherlands ($28M). World exports came to about $376M, 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 hot rolled diamond plate (HS 720840)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 720840 (the code used for hot rolled diamond plate) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($50M, 14% of world imports), France ($22M) and Egypt ($19M). World imports came to about $370M, 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 Hot rolled diamond plate the same in all countries?

The base HS code 720840 for Hot rolled diamond plate 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 hot rolled diamond plate in Brazil?

In Brazil, hot rolled diamond plate (HS 720840) is classified under NCM 7208.40.00.