Product classification
HS code for Stainless steel mesh belts: 7314.12
Iron or steel, woven cloth, endless bands for machinery, of stainless steel.
Classification of stainless steel mesh belts under HS 7314.12
Stainless steel mesh belts are classified under HS code 7314.12. This classification is found in Chapter 73, which covers articles of iron or steel. Heading 7314 is for "Cloth (including endless bands), grill, netting and fencing, of iron or steel wire; expanded metal of iron or steel." The sub-heading 7314.12 is specifically for "Endless bands for machinery, of stainless steel." These are products made by weaving stainless steel wire into a mesh and then joining the ends to form a continuous loop. The classification is determined by the material (stainless steel wire) and the form (woven and endless). Even though these belts are used as components in industrial machinery like conveyors or dryers, they are classified here rather than as machinery parts in Chapter 84. This is due to Note 1 to Section XV, which states that "parts of general use" (which includes wire mesh products) are generally classified in their respective material chapters. The precision of this code ensures that the specific industrial application of woven wire is recognized for trade statistics and duty purposes.
- Covers
- Stainless steel conveyor mesh belts
- Endless wire cloth for paper-making machines
- Stainless steel filter belts for industrial processing
- Continuous woven wire bands for industrial ovens
- Spiral wire mesh belts for food freezing
- Also under 7314.12
- Cambridge Engineered Solutions conveyor belts
- Wire Belt Company of America endless belts
- Belt Technologies stainless steel belts
- GKD Process Belts
- Ashworth Bros. stainless steel belts
Codes often confused with 7314.12
Common mistake. HS codes 8428 or 8431 are often mistakenly used because these belts are essential parts of conveyor machinery. However, according to the Section XVI notes, parts of general use remain in their respective chapters (Chapter 73) unless they are specifically excluded. Another common error is 7314.14, which is for other woven cloth that is not "endless." If the mesh is sold in rolls and not joined into a loop, it cannot be classified under 7314.12. Additionally, if the belt is made of plastic or rubber, it moves to Chapter 39 or 40 respectively.
Top exporters and importers of HS 731412 (the code used for stainless steel mesh belts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 731412 (the code used for stainless steel mesh belts) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 9.2% 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 731412, not only stainless steel mesh belts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $27M 22% of world exports
- 2 Germany $27M 22% of world exports
- 3 China $21M 17% of world exports
World total: $123M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $11M 9.2% of world imports
- 2 Italy $9.5M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 United States $7.9M 6.6% of world imports
World total: $120M 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 stainless steel mesh belts
Brazil classifies stainless steel mesh belts under NCM 7314.12.00: HS 7314.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about stainless steel mesh belts
What is the HS code for Stainless steel mesh belts?
The HS code for Stainless steel mesh belts is 731412 (Iron or steel; woven cloth, endless bands for machinery, of stainless steel). The HS code for endless stainless steel mesh bands designed for machinery is 7314.12.
How do I classify Stainless steel mesh belts for customs?
Stainless steel mesh belts is classified under HS code 731412 — Iron or steel; woven cloth, endless bands for machinery, of stainless steel. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are these belts classified as machinery parts?
No, they are classified under Chapter 73 as articles of steel wire, specifically as woven endless bands, rather than as machinery parts in Chapter 84.
Which countries are the top exporters of stainless steel mesh belts (HS 731412)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 731412 (the code used for stainless steel mesh belts) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($27M, 22% of world exports), Germany ($27M) and China ($21M). World exports came to about $123M, 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 stainless steel mesh belts (HS 731412)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 731412 (the code used for stainless steel mesh belts) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($11M, 9.2% of world imports), Italy ($9.5M) and the United States ($7.9M). World imports came to about $120M, 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 Stainless steel mesh belts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 731412 for Stainless steel mesh belts 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 stainless steel mesh belts in Brazil?
In Brazil, stainless steel mesh belts (HS 731412) is classified under NCM 7314.12.00.