Product classification
HS code for Stainless steel round bar: 7222.11
Steel, stainless, bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of circular cross-section.
Classification of stainless steel round bar under HS 7222.11
The classification of stainless steel round bars under HS code 722211 is determined by the material composition, the manufacturing process, and the geometric cross-section. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, products are classified based on their essential character and the specific language of the headings. Heading 7222 encompasses bars and rods of stainless steel. Subheading 722211 specifically targets those that have been hot-rolled, hot-drawn, or extruded and possess a circular cross-section. To qualify as stainless steel under the legal notes of Chapter 72, the alloy must contain a minimum of 10.5% chromium by weight and a maximum of 1.2% carbon. The round bar designation refers to solid products that do not meet the definition of flat-rolled products and have a uniform solid cross-section along their entire length in the shape of circles. The hot-rolling process involves shaping the steel at temperatures above its recrystallization point, which distinguishes these bars from cold-finished alternatives. This code is used globally to track the trade of primary stainless steel long products used in construction, machining, and automotive industries. The circular cross-section is a defining characteristic; if the bar had a square or hexagonal section, it would fall under a different subheading within 7222. Furthermore, the distinction between hot-worked and cold-worked is critical, as cold-finished bars are classified under 722220. Importers must provide mill test reports to verify the manufacturing method and the chemical composition to ensure the correct application of this code.
- Covers
- Hot-rolled stainless steel round bars
- Extruded circular stainless steel rods
- Hot-drawn stainless steel solid sections
- Annealed hot-rolled round bars for machining
- Stainless steel billets in round form (if not for further rolling)
- Also under 7222.11
- Sandvik stainless round bar
- Carpenter Technology stainless rod
- Valbruna stainless steel bars
- ThyssenKrupp stainless rounds
Codes often confused with 7222.11
Common mistake. A frequent error involves confusing 722211 with 722100, which covers bars and rods of stainless steel in irregularly wound coils. If the round bar is straight and not coiled, 722211 is correct. Another common mistake is using 722211 for cold-finished bars, which belong under 722220. Cold-finished bars are typically smoother and have tighter tolerances than hot-rolled bars. Additionally, bars made of alloy steel other than stainless steel are classified under 7228.
Top exporters and importers of HS 722211 (the code used for stainless steel round bar), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 722211 (the code used for stainless steel round bar) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 14% 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 722211, not only stainless steel round bar.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $179M 15% of world exports
- 2 India $150M 13% of world exports
- 3 France $119M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $184M 14% of world imports
- 2 Italy $159M 12% of world imports
- 3 China $90M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 round bar
Brazil classifies stainless steel round bar under NCM 7222.11.00: HS 7222.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Questions about stainless steel round bar
What is the HS code for Stainless steel round bar?
The HS code for Stainless steel round bar is 722211 (Steel, stainless; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of circular cross-section). The HS code for hot-rolled, hot-drawn, or extruded stainless steel round bars with a circular cross-section is 722211.
How do I classify Stainless steel round bar for customs?
Stainless steel round bar is classified under HS code 722211 — Steel, stainless; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of circular cross-section. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include stainless steel bars with a hexagonal shape?
No, 722211 is strictly for circular cross-sections. Hexagonal or other shapes are classified under 722219 if they are hot-rolled or 722220 if they are cold-finished.
Which countries are the top exporters of stainless steel round bar (HS 722211)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 722211 (the code used for stainless steel round bar) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($179M, 15% of world exports), India ($150M) and France ($119M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 round bar (HS 722211)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 722211 (the code used for stainless steel round bar) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($184M, 14% of world imports), Italy ($159M) and China ($90M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 round bar the same in all countries?
The base HS code 722211 for Stainless steel round bar 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 round bar in Brazil?
In Brazil, stainless steel round bar (HS 722211) is classified under NCM 7222.11.00.