Product classification
HS code for Steel sheet piling: 7301.10
Iron or steel, sheet piling, whether or not drilled, punched or made from assembled elements.
Classification of steel sheet piling under HS 7301.10
Steel sheet piling is classified under HS code 7301.10. This classification is found in Chapter 73, which covers articles of iron or steel. Heading 7301 is specifically dedicated to sheet piling of iron or steel, whether or not drilled, punched, or made from assembled elements. Sheet piling is a specialized structural product used primarily in civil engineering for earth retention, cofferdams, and bulkheads. The defining characteristic of sheet piling is the presence of interlocking joints (often called clutches) along the edges, which allow individual sheets to be connected to form a continuous, sand-tight, or water-tight wall. Under the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1, the specific mention of "sheet piling" in the heading text directs the classification. Even if the piling has been further worked by drilling or punching to accommodate anchors or tie-rods, it remains under 7301.10. The material must be iron or steel; similar products made of other materials would be classified elsewhere.
- Covers
- U-type and Z-type steel sheet piling
- Straight web (flat) sheet piling
- Interlocking steel sections for retaining walls
- Cold-rolled and hot-rolled sheet piling
- Piling sections with pre-drilled holes for anchors
- Also under 7301.10
- ArcelorMittal sheet piles
- JFE Steel sheet piles
- ThyssenKrupp sheet piling
- Nippon Steel sheet piles
Codes often confused with 7301.10
Common mistake. Steel sheet piling is often misclassified under 7301.20, which is reserved for welded angles, shapes, and sections. While some piling may be assembled, the primary interlocking sheets belong in 7301.10. Another common error is using 7308.90, which covers finished structural components. Sheet piling is considered a primary structural material rather than a finished structure part. Additionally, standard steel plates (heading 7208 or 7210) are sometimes confused with sheet piling, but they lack the essential interlocking mechanisms required for 7301.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 730110 (the code used for steel sheet piling), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 730110 (the code used for steel sheet piling) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 21% 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 730110, not only steel sheet piling.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $661M 39% of world exports
- 2 Luxembourg $482M 28% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $146M 8.5% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Philippines $359M 21% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $175M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $112M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 sheet piling
Brazil classifies steel sheet piling under NCM 7301.10.00: HS 7301.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Questions about steel sheet piling
What is the HS code for Steel sheet piling?
The HS code for Steel sheet piling is 730110 (Iron or steel; sheet piling, whether or not drilled, punched or made from assembled elements). The international HS code for steel sheet piling is 7301.10. This applies to both hot-rolled and cold-rolled interlocking sections.
How do I classify Steel sheet piling for customs?
Steel sheet piling is classified under HS code 730110 — Iron or steel; sheet piling, whether or not drilled, punched or made from assembled elements. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does HS code 7301.10 include corner pieces?
Yes, specialized corner or junction pieces designed to interlock with the sheet piling system are generally classified under 7301.10 as part of the piling assembly.
Which countries are the top exporters of steel sheet piling (HS 730110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 730110 (the code used for steel sheet piling) in UN Comtrade data were China ($661M, 39% of world exports), Luxembourg ($482M) and Czechia ($146M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 sheet piling (HS 730110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 730110 (the code used for steel sheet piling) in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($359M, 21% of world imports), the Netherlands ($175M) and Germany ($112M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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 sheet piling the same in all countries?
The base HS code 730110 for Steel sheet piling 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 sheet piling in Brazil?
In Brazil, steel sheet piling (HS 730110) is classified under NCM 7301.10.00.