HS Code for PPGI steel coil
PPGI (Pre-Painted Galvanized Iron) steel coils are classified under HS code 7210.70. This code is designated for flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, with a width of 600 mm or more, that have been painted, varnished, or coated with plastics. The classification process begins by identifying the base metal, which is non-alloy steel. Next, the width is measured; products 600 mm or wider fall under 7210, while narrower products fall under 7212. Finally, the surface treatment is considered. PPGI involves a multi-layered coating process where the steel is first galvanized (coated with zinc) and then coated with an organic layer like polyester paint. Under the HS hierarchy, a product that is both galvanized and painted is classified by the further treatment, which in this case is the painting or plastic coating, leading to the 7210.70 designation. This code is critical for the construction and appliance industries where these coils are used for roofing, wall panels, and refrigerator bodies.
Products Included
- Color coated galvanized steel coils
- Pre-painted zinc-coated steel sheets
- Plastic coated steel coils (width > 600mm)
- Varnished non-alloy steel coils
- Polyester coated steel coils
Common Misclassification
PPGI is often misclassified under 7210.49, which is for steel that is only galvanized (zinc-coated) but not painted. Another common error is using 7212.40, which applies to the same type of painted or plastic-coated steel but with a width of less than 600 mm. If the base metal is an alloy steel (such as stainless steel), the product must be classified in heading 7225 or 7226. It is also important not to confuse these with 7210.12, which is for tin-plated steel. The presence of the paint layer is the defining factor for 7210.70.
FAQ
What is the HS code for PPGI steel coil?
The HS code for PPGI steel coil with a width of 600mm or more is 7210.70.
What if the PPGI coil is narrower than 600mm?
If the width of the pre-painted galvanized steel is less than 600mm, it is classified under HS code 7212.40.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for PPGI steel coil?
The HS code for PPGI steel coil is 721070 (Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics).
How do I classify PPGI steel coil for customs?
PPGI steel coil is classified under HS code 721070 — Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for PPGI steel coil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 721070 for PPGI steel coil is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.