Product classification
HS code for Steel anchor: 7316.00
Iron or steel, anchors, grapnels and parts thereof.
Classification of steel anchor under HS 7316.00
Steel anchors are classified under HS code 7316.00. This code is situated in Chapter 73, which covers articles of iron or steel. Heading 7316 is a specific, non-subdivided heading that encompasses anchors, grapnels, and parts thereof, made of iron or steel. The classification is straightforward because the heading is defined by the specific function and material of the object. Whether the anchor is forged, cast, or assembled from plates, and regardless of its design (such as Danforth, Bruce, or Grapnel types), it remains within this code. The heading also includes parts of anchors, such as the shank, flukes, or stocks, provided they are clearly identifiable as such. This classification applies to anchors used for all types of vessels, from small recreational boats to large ocean-going ships, as well as anchors used for permanent moorings or offshore platforms.
- Covers
- Marine anchors made of steel
- Grapnels for boat recovery
- Mushroom anchors for moorings
- Plough (CQR) anchors
- Parts of anchors (shanks, flukes)
- Also under 7316.00
- AC-14 anchors
- Hall anchors
- Delta anchors
- Rocna anchors
- Lewmar anchors
Codes often confused with 7316.00
Common mistake. Steel anchors are sometimes misclassified under HS code 7325 or 7326, which are residual headings for other cast or forged articles of iron or steel. However, because 7316.00 is a specific heading for anchors, it takes precedence according to GRI 1. Another potential error is classifying decorative or miniature anchors under this code; if they are purely ornamental and not functional, they may fall under 8306 as statuettes or other ornaments of base metal.
Top exporters and importers of HS 731600 (the code used for steel anchor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 731600 (the code used for steel anchor) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 16% 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 731600, not only steel anchor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $146M 51% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $30M 11% of world exports
- 3 Norway $12M 4.0% of world exports
World total: $287M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Brazil $49M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $37M 12% of world imports
- 3 Italy $15M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $305M 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 steel anchor
Brazil classifies steel anchor under NCM 7316.00.00: HS 7316.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about steel anchor
What is the HS code for Steel anchor?
The HS code for Steel anchor is 731600 (Iron or steel; anchors, grapnels and parts thereof). The HS code for anchors, grapnels, and their parts made of iron or steel is 7316.00.
How do I classify Steel anchor for customs?
Steel anchor is classified under HS code 731600 — Iron or steel; anchors, grapnels and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are anchor chains included in this HS code?
No, anchor chains are classified separately under HS code 7315, which covers chains and parts thereof of iron or steel.
Which countries are the top exporters of steel anchor (HS 731600)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 731600 (the code used for steel anchor) in UN Comtrade data were China ($146M, 51% of world exports), the Netherlands ($30M) and Norway ($12M). World exports came to about $287M, 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 steel anchor (HS 731600)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 731600 (the code used for steel anchor) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($49M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($37M) and Italy ($15M). World imports came to about $305M, 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 Steel anchor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 731600 for Steel anchor 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 steel anchor in Brazil?
In Brazil, steel anchor (HS 731600) is classified under NCM 7316.00.00.