Product classification
HS code for Steel hoses: 8307.10
Tubing, flexible, with or without fittings, of iron or steel.
Classification of steel hoses under HS 8307.10
Steel hoses, defined as flexible tubing of iron or steel, are classified under HS code 8307.10. This classification falls under Chapter 83, which covers miscellaneous articles of base metal. Unlike rigid pipes found in Chapter 73, these products are designed for flexibility and are often constructed from spirally wound strips or corrugated tubes. They may or may not be equipped with fittings such as flanges, couplings, or nozzles. The primary characteristic for classification under 8307.10 is the inherent flexibility of the steel structure, which allows it to be used in applications where vibration absorption or movement is required, such as in industrial machinery, exhaust systems, or high-pressure fluid transfer. The material must be predominantly iron or steel; if the hose is made of another base metal like aluminum or copper, it would fall under 8307.90.
- Covers
- Flexible stainless steel hoses
- Corrugated steel tubing
- Interlocking steel flexible pipes
- Braided steel hoses for high pressure
- Flexible conduit for electrical wiring (steel)
- Also under 8307.10
- Anaconda Sealtite conduits
- Titeflex metal hoses
- Parker Hannifin hydraulic lines
- Dorma shower hoses
- Flex-Weld corrugated hoses
Codes often confused with 8307.10
Common mistake. Steel hoses are frequently misclassified under 7304 or 7306, which are intended for rigid tubes and pipes. The distinction lies in the "flexible" nature of 8307. Another common error is classifying rubber hoses reinforced with steel under this code; those belong in 4009. If the hose is part of a specific machine and is imported with that machine as a spare part, some importers mistakenly use the machine's code, but 8307.10 remains the specific heading for the tubing itself.
Top exporters and importers of HS 830710 (the code used for steel hoses), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 830710 (the code used for steel hoses) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 10% 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 830710, not only steel hoses.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $513M 16% of world exports
- 2 France $505M 16% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $382M 12% of world exports
World total: $3.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Brazil $315M 10% of world imports
- 2 United States $272M 9.0% of world imports
- 3 Angola $246M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $3.0B 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 codes for steel hoses
Brazil splits HS 8307.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8307.10.10Subsea oil/gas flexible tubing, bore over 254 mm
- 8307.10.90Other flexible tubing of iron or steel
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about steel hoses
What is the HS code for Steel hoses?
The HS code for Steel hoses is 830710 (Tubing; flexible, with or without fittings, of iron or steel). The HS code for flexible tubing of iron or steel, with or without fittings, is 8307.10.
How do I classify Steel hoses for customs?
Steel hoses is classified under HS code 830710 — Tubing; flexible, with or without fittings, of iron or steel. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are fittings included in the classification of 8307.10?
Yes, HS code 8307.10 covers flexible steel tubing regardless of whether it has been fitted with connectors, couplings, or other attachment hardware.
Which countries are the top exporters of steel hoses (HS 830710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 830710 (the code used for steel hoses) in UN Comtrade data were China ($513M, 16% of world exports), France ($505M) and the United Kingdom ($382M). World exports came to about $3.2B, 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 hoses (HS 830710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 830710 (the code used for steel hoses) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($315M, 10% of world imports), the United States ($272M) and Angola ($246M). World imports came to about $3.0B, 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 hoses the same in all countries?
The base HS code 830710 for Steel hoses 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 hoses in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 830710 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for steel hoses depends on the product's details: 8307.10.10 (Subsea oil/gas flexible tubing, bore over 254 mm), 8307.10.90 (Other flexible tubing of iron or steel).