HS Code for Steel castings

Steel castings are classified under HS code 7325.99, which serves as the residual category for other cast articles of iron or steel. To qualify for this classification, the article must be produced through a casting process—where molten metal is poured into a mold to achieve a specific shape—and it must not be specifically identified in other headings of the Harmonized System. This code is specifically for 'other' cast articles, meaning it excludes non-malleable cast iron (which is 7325.10) and specialized items like grinding balls for mills. The classification relies on the metallurgical properties of the steel and the fact that the item is a finished or semi-finished cast product that has not been further worked into a specific machine part. If the casting remains a general shape or a component that has not yet reached the complexity of a dedicated machinery part, 7325.99 is the appropriate designation.

Products Included

• Malleable iron castings
• Cast steel industrial components
• Steel manhole covers (malleable)
• Cast steel brackets and supports
• General purpose cast steel housings

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 7325.10, which is exclusively for non-malleable cast iron. Distinguishing between malleable and non-malleable iron is essential for correct coding. Furthermore, many steel castings are misclassified under Section XVI (Chapters 84 or 85) if they are finished parts for specific machinery. For example, a cast steel gearbox housing might be classified under 8483 if it is clearly identifiable as a part of a transmission. Only general-use castings or those not yet advanced to 'part' status should remain in 7325.99.

FAQ

What is the HS code for steel castings?

The HS code for general steel castings and other malleable cast iron articles is 7325.99.

Does 7325.99 include cast iron?

It includes malleable cast iron. Non-malleable cast iron is classified separately under HS code 7325.10.