HS Code for Steel rods
Steel rods classified under HS code 7214.99 are defined as iron or non-alloy steel bars and rods that have been hot-rolled, hot-drawn, or hot-extruded. This specific subheading is a residual category for products that do not fit into other specific descriptions within heading 7214, such as those with specific indentations, ribs, or grooves, or those of rectangular cross-section. The classification depends on the manufacturing process—specifically that the steel has not undergone further cold-finishing or cold-forming after the initial hot-working process. These rods are typically used in construction and manufacturing where the precise tolerances of cold-finished steel are not required. The material must contain less than 0.25% carbon to remain within the non-alloy steel parameters of this chapter. The cross-section must be something other than rectangular, such as circular, hexagonal, or other polygonal shapes. These products are foundational in the construction industry, often used as reinforcement or as raw material for further machining where the surface finish of cold-rolled steel is unnecessary.
Products Included
- Hot-rolled round bars
- Hot-rolled hexagonal bars
- Hot-rolled octagonal bars
- Irregularly shaped hot-rolled rods
- Non-alloy steel bars for reinforcement
Common Misclassification
Steel rods are frequently confused with those under HS code 7213.91, which covers bars and rods in irregularly wound coils. If the rod is coiled rather than in straight lengths, it must be moved to 7213. Additionally, rods that have been cold-finished or cold-formed are classified under heading 7215. Misclassification also occurs with alloy steel rods, which belong in heading 7228.
FAQ
What is the HS code for steel rods?
The HS code for hot-rolled, non-alloy steel rods of non-rectangular cross-section, not elsewhere specified, is 7214.99.
What is the difference between HS code 7214 and 7215?
Heading 7214 covers rods that are hot-rolled or hot-drawn, while heading 7215 is reserved for rods that have been cold-finished or cold-formed after the initial hot-working process.
Alternative HS Codes
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Steel rods?
The HS code for Steel rods is 721499 (Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, n.e.c. in heading no. 7214, other than of rectangular cross-section).
How do I classify Steel rods for customs?
Steel rods is classified under HS code 721499 — Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, n.e.c. in heading no. 7214, other than of rectangular cross-section. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Steel rods the same in all countries?
The base HS code 721499 for Steel rods is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.