Product classification
HS code for Steel fencing wire: 7313.00
Iron of steel, barbed wire, twisted hoop or single flat wire and loosely twisted double wire, used for fencing.
Classification of steel fencing wire under HS 7313.00
HS code 7313.00 is a specialized classification for iron or steel wire products that have been prepared for use in fencing. This heading is most famously associated with barbed wire, which consists of two or more strands of wire twisted together with sharp barbs attached at regular intervals. However, the code also encompasses twisted hoop or single flat wire, which may or may not be barbed, and loosely twisted double wire. The primary requirement is that the wire is intended for fencing applications. This distinguishes it from the general-purpose wire found in Chapter 72, which is considered a semi-finished product. Fencing wire under 7313.00 is a finished article of iron or steel. It is often galvanized (coated with zinc) or coated with plastic (PVC) to provide resistance against corrosion and environmental degradation. In international trade, this code is essential for the agricultural and security sectors. It is important to note that even if the wire is "razor wire" (which uses sharp blades instead of barbs), it is typically classified here because its function and form align with the "twisted hoop or single flat wire" description. The classification remains consistent regardless of the tensile strength of the steel, provided the physical form matches the twisted or barbed requirements of the heading.
- Covers
- Barbed wire made of iron or steel
- Concertina wire for security fencing
- Twisted hoop fencing wire
- Loosely twisted double wire for livestock containment
- Also under 7313.00
- Bekaert barbed wire
- Red Brand barbed wire
- Cyclone Fencing barbed wire
- Gallagher electric fence wire (non-insulated)
- Tornado Wire high tensile barbed wire
Codes often confused with 7313.00
Common mistake. Plain galvanized wire that is not twisted or barbed is classified under 7217.20. Welded wire mesh used for fencing is classified under 7314.20. If the wire is made of aluminum, it must be classified in Chapter 76.
Top exporters and importers of HS 731300 (the code used for steel fencing wire), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 731300 (the code used for steel fencing wire) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Ukraine, with about 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 731300, not only steel fencing wire.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $202M 60% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $29M 8.7% of world exports
- 3 Poland $15M 4.6% of world exports
World total: $333M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Ukraine* ~$40M 14% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $15M 5.4% of world imports
- 3 Poland $11M 3.9% of world imports
World total: $280M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 fencing wire
Brazil classifies steel fencing wire under NCM 7313.00.00: HS 7313.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about steel fencing wire
What is the HS code for Steel fencing wire?
The HS code for Steel fencing wire is 731300 (Iron of steel; barbed wire, twisted hoop or single flat wire and loosely twisted double wire, used for fencing). The HS code for barbed wire and other twisted steel wire specifically for fencing is 7313.00.
How do I classify Steel fencing wire for customs?
Steel fencing wire is classified under HS code 731300 — Iron of steel; barbed wire, twisted hoop or single flat wire and loosely twisted double wire, used for fencing. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is razor wire classified under this code?
Yes, razor wire is generally classified under 7313.00 as it is a form of twisted flat or barbed wire used for fencing.
Which countries are the top exporters of steel fencing wire (HS 731300)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 731300 (the code used for steel fencing wire) in UN Comtrade data were China ($202M, 60% of world exports), Türkiye ($29M) and Poland ($15M). World exports came to about $333M, 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 fencing wire (HS 731300)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 731300 (the code used for steel fencing wire) in UN Comtrade data were Ukraine (about $40M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($15M) and Poland ($11M). World imports came to about $280M, 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 fencing wire the same in all countries?
The base HS code 731300 for Steel fencing wire 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 fencing wire in Brazil?
In Brazil, steel fencing wire (HS 731300) is classified under NCM 7313.00.00.