Product classification
HS code for Stainless steel mesh: 7314.14
Iron or steel, woven cloth, of stainless steel, (other than endless bands for machinery).
Classification of stainless steel mesh under HS 7314.14
Stainless steel mesh is classified under HS code 7314.14, which falls within the category for cloth, grill, netting, and fencing of iron or steel wire. The classification is determined by the material (stainless steel) and the construction method (woven). According to the Explanatory Notes to Heading 7314, 'woven cloth' refers to products made of interlaced wires, similar to textile weaving. The use of stainless steel ensures high resistance to oxidation and chemical exposure, making it suitable for industrial filtration and screening. This specific subheading excludes 'endless bands' for machinery, which are classified elsewhere. The classification process involves verifying the wire diameter and the mesh count to ensure the product is indeed a woven fabric of steel wire rather than expanded metal or welded mesh. Proper classification under 7314.14 is essential for applying the correct anti-dumping duties that often affect steel wire products in various jurisdictions.
- Covers
- Woven stainless steel wire cloth
- Fine stainless steel filter mesh
- Industrial stainless steel screening
- Stainless steel wire gauze
- Square weave stainless steel mesh
- Also under 7314.14
- McNICHOLS stainless steel mesh
- TWP Inc. stainless steel wire cloth
- Banker Wire architectural mesh
- Dorstener Wire Tech stainless steel screens
- W.S. Tyler stainless steel test sieves
Codes often confused with 7314.14
Common mistake. A common error is classifying this product under 7314.12, which is reserved for endless bands of stainless steel specifically for use in machinery (e.g., conveyor belts). Another misclassification occurs with 7314.39, which covers welded mesh. If the wires are joined by welding at the intersections rather than being woven, it cannot be classified under 7314.14. Furthermore, expanded metal is classified under 7314.50, which is a different manufacturing process entirely.
Top exporters and importers of HS 731414 (the code used for stainless steel mesh), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 731414 (the code used for stainless steel mesh) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 13% 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 731414, not only stainless steel mesh.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $239M 41% of world exports
- 2 Germany $81M 14% of world exports
- 3 Japan $45M 7.6% of world exports
World total: $591M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $73M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $67M 12% of world imports
- 3 Australia $40M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $543M 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
Brazil classifies stainless steel mesh under NCM 7314.14.00: HS 7314.14 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
What is the HS code for Stainless steel mesh?
The HS code for Stainless steel mesh is 731414 (Iron or steel; woven cloth, of stainless steel, (other than endless bands for machinery)). The HS code for woven stainless steel mesh or cloth is 7314.14.
How do I classify Stainless steel mesh for customs?
Stainless steel mesh is classified under HS code 731414 — Iron or steel; woven cloth, of stainless steel, (other than endless bands for machinery). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is stainless steel insect screen classified here?
Yes, if the insect screen is made of woven stainless steel wire, it is classified under 7314.14.
Which countries are the top exporters of stainless steel mesh (HS 731414)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 731414 (the code used for stainless steel mesh) in UN Comtrade data were China ($239M, 41% of world exports), Germany ($81M) and Japan ($45M). World exports came to about $591M, 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 (HS 731414)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 731414 (the code used for stainless steel mesh) in UN Comtrade data were China ($73M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($67M) and Australia ($40M). World imports came to about $543M, 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 the same in all countries?
The base HS code 731414 for Stainless steel mesh 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 in Brazil?
In Brazil, stainless steel mesh (HS 731414) is classified under NCM 7314.14.00.