HS Code for Non-grain-oriented electrical steel strip
Non-grain-oriented electrical steel strip, defined as flat-rolled alloy steel with a width of less than 600mm, is classified under HS code 7226.19. This code is part of Chapter 72 (Iron and Steel) and heading 7226, which specifically addresses flat-rolled products of alloy steel with a width of less than 600mm. The subheading 7226.19 is dedicated to silicon-electrical steel that is not grain-oriented. This material is essentially the narrower version of the steel found in 7225.19. The classification process requires verifying that the steel contains at least 0.6% but not more than 6% silicon by weight and possesses the characteristic magnetic properties of electrical steel. Because the width is less than 600mm, it is categorized as strip or narrow strip rather than sheet or plate. This material is frequently used in the manufacturing of small motor laminations, relays, and solenoids where the magnetic flux is not restricted to a single direction, requiring isotropic magnetic performance.
Products Included
- Narrow NGOES strips for small motors
- Electrical steel slit coils under 600mm
- Silicon steel strips for automotive alternators
- Non-grain-oriented steel for power tool motors
- Cold-rolled electrical steel strip
Common Misclassification
The most frequent misclassification is HS code 7225.19, which applies to the same material but with a width of 600mm or greater. Additionally, it may be confused with 7226.11, which is the code for grain-oriented electrical steel strip. Importers must ensure that the width is measured accurately and that the grain orientation is specified in the technical data sheet.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Non-grain-oriented electrical steel strip?
The HS code for non-grain-oriented electrical steel with a width of less than 600mm is 7226.19.
Is this steel used in transformers?
While it can be used in small transformers, grain-oriented steel (7226.11) is more common for large power transformers due to its directional magnetic efficiency.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Non-grain-oriented electrical steel strip?
The HS code for Non-grain-oriented electrical steel strip is 722619 (Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, of silicon-electrical steel, other than grain-oriented).
How do I classify Non-grain-oriented electrical steel strip for customs?
Non-grain-oriented electrical steel strip is classified under HS code 722619 — Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, of silicon-electrical steel, other than grain-oriented. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Non-grain-oriented electrical steel strip the same in all countries?
The base HS code 722619 for Non-grain-oriented electrical 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.