HS Code for Steel welded fence

Steel welded fence is classified under HS code 7314.39 because it falls within the category of iron or steel wire products that are welded at the intersection. Heading 7314 covers cloth, grill, netting, and fencing made of iron or steel wire. The specific subheading 7314.39 is used for products that do not meet the criteria of 7314.20 (which requires a wire thickness of 3mm or more and a mesh size of 100cm2 or more) and are not plated or coated with zinc. This classification is determined by the material composition (iron or steel), the manufacturing process (welding at intersections), and the absence of specific coatings like zinc. The General Interpretative Rules (GIR) guide this classification by looking at the most specific description available for wire products that are neither expanded metal nor woven but are joined by welding. This code is essential for identifying industrial and residential fencing materials that rely on structural welds rather than weaving or simple twisting of wires.

Products Included

• Welded wire mesh panels for security fencing
• Industrial welded wire partitions
• Non-galvanized welded wire garden fencing
• Black annealed welded wire fabric
• PVC coated welded wire fence (if the core is not zinc-coated)

Common Misclassification

Steel welded fence is frequently confused with HS code 7314.20. The distinction lies in the dimensions; 7314.20 is reserved for mesh made of wire with a cross-sectional dimension of 3mm or more and having a mesh size of 100cm2 or more. Another common error is using 7314.41, which is specifically for wire fencing that has been plated or coated with zinc (galvanized). If the fence is part of a pre-fabricated building structure, some importers mistakenly use 7308.90, but 7314 remains the primary heading for the mesh material itself.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Steel welded fence?

The HS code for steel welded fence that is not zinc-coated and does not meet the specific size requirements of 7314.20 is 7314.39.

Does the coating affect the HS code for welded fencing?

Yes, if the steel wire is coated with zinc, it must be classified under 7314.31 or 7314.41 depending on the welding structure. HS code 7314.39 is specifically for those not coated with zinc.