HS Code for NGOES strip

NGOES strip is classified under HS code 7226.19. This classification applies to flat-rolled products of silicon-electrical steel that are not grain-oriented and have a width of less than 600 mm. The Harmonized System distinguishes between wide 'sheets' (Heading 7225) and narrow 'strips' (Heading 7226). The material must meet the technical definition of silicon-electrical steel, which requires a silicon content of 0.6% to 6% and a carbon content not exceeding 0.08%. Because the strip is non-grain oriented, its magnetic flux density is relatively uniform regardless of the direction of magnetization. This makes it ideal for small rotating machines, relays, and small transformers where the magnetic field direction changes. The classification follows GRI 1, which prioritizes the terms of the headings, and GRI 6, which governs the selection of subheadings based on width and metallurgical characteristics.

Products Included

• NGOES slit coils under 600mm width
• Electrical steel strips for small motor rotors
• Non-oriented silicon steel tape
• Cold-rolled electrical steel strip in narrow widths
• Lamination strips for hermetic motors

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is HS code 7225.19, which applies to the same material but in widths of 600 mm or more. Additionally, NGOES strip is often confused with grain-oriented strip under HS code 7226.11. Grain-oriented steel has a specific crystal alignment that provides superior magnetic properties in the rolling direction, whereas 7226.19 is for isotropic materials. Some may also incorrectly use 7226.92 for other alloy steel strips if they fail to identify the silicon content.

FAQ

What is the HS code for NGOES strip?

The HS code for Non-Grain Oriented Electrical Steel strip (width less than 600mm) is 7226.19.

How is strip distinguished from sheet in HS codes?

In Chapter 72, the primary distinction is width; products 600mm or wider are classified under 7225, while those narrower than 600mm fall under 7226.