HS Code for Metal screen

The classification for metal screens under HS code 7314.19 is governed by the material of construction and the method of manufacture. Chapter 73 covers articles of iron or steel. Heading 7314 specifically addresses cloth, grill, netting, and fencing made from iron or steel wire. The classification is hierarchical: first, it distinguishes between woven and non-woven (such as welded or expanded) products. Second, it differentiates based on the type of steel used. While stainless steel woven cloth falls under 7314.11 or 7314.12, other types of iron or steel (such as carbon steel or galvanized steel) are classified under 7314.19. This code is used for products where the wire is interlaced to form a mesh or screen. It is essential that the product is made of wire and not perforated sheet metal, which would fall under different headings. The term "woven" implies that the wires are crossed over and under each other, typically at right angles. This classification is often used for industrial sieves, protective screens for machinery, and architectural mesh. Under the General Rules of Interpretation, the specific material (iron or non-stainless steel) and the specific manufacturing process (weaving) dictate the use of 7314.19. If the screen were made of expanded metal or welded at the intersections, it would be moved to subheadings 7314.20 through 7314.50.

Products Included

• Woven carbon steel wire mesh
• Galvanized iron window screens
• Industrial woven sieves (non-stainless)
• Woven wire fencing material made of non-stainless steel

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 7314.12, which is specifically for stainless steel woven cloth. It is also misclassified with 7314.20, which covers welded wire grill and netting. If the screen is made of aluminum, it must be classified under heading 7616 instead of Chapter 73.

FAQ

What is the HS code for metal screen?

The HS code for woven metal screens made of iron or non-stainless steel is 7314.19.

How do I classify a screen that is welded instead of woven?

If the metal screen is made of wire welded at the intersections, it is classified under HS code 7314.20 or 7314.31 depending on the coating and dimensions.