Product classification
HS code for Wire baskets: 7326.20
Iron or steel, wire articles.
Classification of wire baskets under HS 7326.20
Wire baskets are classified under HS code 7326.20, which specifically covers articles of iron or steel wire. This classification is determined by the material composition and the manufacturing form of the product. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), products are classified based on their constituent material when they are not more specifically described elsewhere. Since these baskets are constructed from iron or steel wire that has been bent, woven, or welded into a container shape, they fall under Chapter 73 (Articles of iron or steel). Subheading 7326.20 is a specific provision for wire-based articles, taking precedence over the more general 7326.90. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the wire is coated, plated, or painted, provided the essential character is that of a steel wire article. If the basket is designed for a specific specialized use, such as a permanent fixture in a piece of furniture, the classification might shift, but general-purpose storage and transport wire baskets remain firmly within this code.
- Covers
- Industrial wire mesh storage baskets
- Retail shopping wire baskets
- Wire locker baskets for gym or school use
- Wire mesh trays for material handling
- Protective wire cages for light fixtures
- Wire wastepaper baskets
- Also under 7326.20
- Bekaert (wire mesh, fencing)
- Leggett & Platt (wire components)
- Acme Wire Products (custom wire forms)
- Stanley Black & Decker (some wire products)
- IKEA (wire storage solutions)
Codes often confused with 7326.20
Common mistake. Wire baskets are frequently misclassified under HS code 7323.93 or 7323.99, which covers table, kitchen, or other household articles. While a wire basket used in a kitchen might seem to fit here, 7326.20 is often preferred by customs authorities because it specifically identifies the 'wire' nature of the article. Another common error is using 9403.90 for furniture parts; however, unless the basket is an integral, non-standalone component of a specific furniture unit, 7326.20 is the correct heading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 732620 (the code used for wire baskets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 732620 (the code used for wire baskets) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 732620, not only wire baskets.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.5B 37% of world exports
- 2 Germany $271M 6.8% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $215M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $4.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $409M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $254M 7.6% of world imports
- 3 France $189M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $3.3B 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 wire baskets
Brazil classifies wire baskets under NCM 7326.20.00: HS 7326.20 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 wire baskets
What is the HS code for Wire baskets?
The HS code for Wire baskets is 732620 (Iron or steel; wire articles). The primary HS code for wire baskets made of iron or steel is 7326.20.
How do I classify Wire baskets for customs?
Wire baskets is classified under HS code 732620 — Iron or steel; wire articles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code apply to stainless steel wire baskets?
Yes, HS code 7326.20 covers articles of iron or steel wire, which includes stainless steel variants, provided they are not specifically classified as kitchenware under 7323.
Which countries are the top exporters of wire baskets (HS 732620)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 732620 (the code used for wire baskets) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.5B, 37% of world exports), Germany ($271M) and Czechia ($215M). World exports came to about $4.0B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of wire baskets (HS 732620)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 732620 (the code used for wire baskets) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($409M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($254M) and France ($189M). World imports came to about $3.3B, 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 Wire baskets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 732620 for Wire baskets 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 wire baskets in Brazil?
In Brazil, wire baskets (HS 732620) is classified under NCM 7326.20.00.