HS Code for Stainless steel plate

HS code 7219.22 covers flat-rolled products of stainless steel, with a width of 600 mm or more, that have been hot-rolled and not further worked. Specifically, this subheading is reserved for products that are not in coils and have a thickness ranging from 4.75 mm to 10 mm. Classification in Chapter 72 requires the material to meet the metallurgical definition of stainless steel. Heading 7219 is dedicated to large-width flat-rolled products (600 mm+), distinguishing them from the narrower strips found in Heading 7220. The thickness is a primary determinant for the subheading; 7219.22 is the 'middle' range for plates. These plates are typically used in heavy industrial applications, such as tank construction, structural supports in corrosive environments, and large-scale machinery. The 'not in coils' requirement means the product is shipped as discrete flat sheets or plates, which affects the logistics and the customs valuation.

Products Included

• Hot-rolled stainless steel plates (6mm thickness)
• Stainless steel industrial floor plates (8mm thickness)
• Hot-rolled flat sheets (width 1250mm, thickness 5mm)
• Annealed and pickled hot-rolled stainless plates
• Grade 304/316 hot-rolled plates (4.75mm to 10mm)

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification occurs with 7219.32, which covers cold-rolled products of the same thickness. Hot-rolled and cold-rolled steels have different physical properties and are treated differently by customs. Another error is using 7219.21 for plates that are actually within the 4.75-10mm range, as 7219.21 is strictly for thicknesses exceeding 10 mm. Finally, if the width is less than 600 mm, the product must be classified under Heading 7220.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Stainless steel plate?

For hot-rolled stainless steel plate, not in coils, with a width of 600mm+ and thickness between 4.75mm and 10mm, the HS code is 7219.22.

What if the plate is provided in a large roll?

If the product is in a coil rather than a discrete plate, it would be classified under subheadings 7219.11 through 7219.14, depending on the thickness.