HS Code for Stainless steel screen

Stainless steel screen, specifically woven cloth, is classified under HS code 7314.14. This classification falls within Chapter 73 (Articles of iron or steel) and heading 7314, which covers cloth, grill, netting, and fencing made of iron or steel wire. The subheading 7314.14 is specific to woven cloth made of stainless steel. Woven cloth is defined as a fabric-like material created by the interlacing of wire, typically at right angles, using a loom or similar weaving process. The classification is driven by the material (stainless steel wire) and the construction method (weaving). This code excludes products that are welded at the intersections (which fall under 7314.20 or 7314.31) and excludes \"endless bands\" for machinery (which fall under 7314.12). The use of stainless steel wire ensures the screen is suitable for corrosive environments, food processing, or chemical filtration, but the HS code is determined by the physical structure of the weave rather than the end-use application.

Products Included

• Woven stainless steel wire mesh
• Stainless steel insect screening
• Fine stainless steel woven filter cloth
• Stainless steel wire gauze
• Plain weave or twill weave stainless steel screens

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification occurs with HS code 7314.12, which is for endless bands of stainless steel for machinery. If the screen has been joined into a continuous loop for use in a machine (like a paper-making machine), it must be classified under 7314.12. Another error is using 7314.19, which is for woven cloth of other iron or steel (not stainless). Additionally, if the screen is not woven but is instead made of expanded metal, it should be classified under 7314.50. If the mesh is welded at the intersections rather than woven, it falls under 7314.20 or 7314.31.

FAQ

What is the HS code for stainless steel screen?

The HS code for woven stainless steel screen or cloth is 7314.14. If it is welded mesh, the code will differ.

Does this code include stainless steel window screens?

Yes, if the window screen is made of woven stainless steel wire, it is classified under 7314.14. If it is made of aluminum or plastic, it would fall under different chapters.