HS Code for Stainless steel wire rod

Stainless steel wire rod is classified under HS code 7221.00. This product is defined as a hot-rolled bar or rod of stainless steel that is presented in irregularly wound coils. According to Chapter 72 notes, these products have a solid cross-section in the shape of circles, segments of circles, ovals, rectangles, squares, triangles, or other convex polygons. The key distinguishing features for 7221.00 are that the product must be hot-rolled and must be in coils. Wire rod serves as the primary feedstock for the wire-drawing industry, where it is cold-pulled through dies to create thinner wire. Because it is a semi-finished hot-rolled product, it typically has a rougher surface finish and less precise dimensional tolerances than finished wire. The metallurgical requirement for stainless steel (minimum 10.5% chromium) must be strictly met for this classification.

Products Included

• Hot-rolled stainless steel rods in coils
• Irregularly wound coils of stainless steel
• Stainless steel feedstock for wire drawing
• Hot-rolled stainless steel rounds in coils

Common Misclassification

HS code 7221.00 is often confused with 7223.00 (stainless steel wire). The distinction lies in the production stage: 7221.00 is hot-rolled, while 7223.00 is cold-drawn. Additionally, if the stainless steel rods are straight (not in coils), they must be classified under heading 7222. Another potential error is misclassifying non-stainless alloy wire rod under 7227 or non-alloy wire rod under 7213. Verification of the chromium content is essential to ensure the product is indeed stainless steel.

FAQ

What is the HS code for stainless steel wire rod?

The HS code for stainless steel wire rod (hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils) is 7221.00.

What is the difference between 7221 and 7222?

HS code 7221 is for products in coils, whereas 7222 is for stainless steel bars and rods that are straight (not coiled).