Product classification
HS code for Wire grill: 7314.20
Iron or steel wire, grill, netting and fencing, welded at intersections, of wire with a maximum cross-sectional dimension of 3mm or more and mesh size 100cm2 or more.
Classification of wire grill under HS 7314.20
The classification of wire grills under HS code 7314.20 is determined by the material composition and the specific manufacturing process. This code specifically covers products made of iron or steel wire that are welded at their intersections. To qualify for this specific subheading, the wire must have a maximum cross-sectional dimension of 3 mm or more, and the mesh size must be at least 100 cm². This classification is part of the broader category for cloth, grill, netting, and fencing of iron or steel wire. The welding at the intersections is a critical technical requirement that distinguishes these products from woven or expanded metal products. These grills are typically used in industrial settings, heavy-duty shelving, or structural reinforcements where the strength of welded intersections is required. If the wire is thinner or the mesh is smaller, the product may fall under different subheadings within heading 7314. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the steel is galvanized or coated, provided the physical dimensions and welding criteria are met.
- Covers
- Welded wire mesh panels
- Heavy-duty industrial wire grills
- Reinforced steel wire fencing
- Welded wire partitions
- Machine safety guards made of welded wire
- Also under 7314.20
- BRC Welded Mesh
- Deacero welded wire mesh
- Betafence welded mesh panels
- Maccaferri gabion mesh
- Nucor reinforcing mesh
Codes often confused with 7314.20
Common mistake. Wire grills are frequently confused with HS code 7314.31, which covers smaller mesh sizes or thinner wire that has been plated or coated with zinc. Additionally, finished consumer goods like BBQ grills are often misclassified here; however, they belong under 7321.90 if they are parts of cooking appliances or 7323.99 if they are considered general kitchenware. Another common error involves expanded metal (7314.50), which is made by slitting and stretching a sheet rather than welding individual wires.
Top exporters and importers of HS 731420 (the code used for wire grill), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 731420 (the code used for wire grill) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 16% 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 731420, not only wire grill.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $268M 15% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $238M 14% of world exports
- 3 Italy $231M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $280M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $222M 12% of world imports
- 3 Croatia $130M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $1.8B 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 grill
Brazil classifies wire grill under NCM 7314.20.00: HS 7314.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wire grill
What is the HS code for Wire grill?
The HS code for Wire grill is 731420 (Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, welded at intersections, of wire with a maximum cross-sectional dimension of 3mm or more and mesh size 100cm2 or more). The HS code for wire grill welded at the intersections with a wire dimension of 3mm+ and mesh size of 100cm2+ is 7314.20.
How do I classify Wire grill for customs?
Wire grill is classified under HS code 731420 — Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, welded at intersections, of wire with a maximum cross-sectional dimension of 3mm or more and mesh size 100cm2 or more. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this include BBQ grills?
No, finished BBQ grills are usually classified under 7321 as cooking appliances or 7323 as kitchenware, depending on their design and function.
Which countries are the top exporters of wire grill (HS 731420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 731420 (the code used for wire grill) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($268M, 15% of world exports), the Netherlands ($238M) and Italy ($231M). World exports came to about $1.8B, 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 grill (HS 731420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 731420 (the code used for wire grill) in UN Comtrade data were France ($280M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($222M) and Croatia ($130M). World imports came to about $1.8B, 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 grill the same in all countries?
The base HS code 731420 for Wire grill 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 grill in Brazil?
In Brazil, wire grill (HS 731420) is classified under NCM 7314.20.00.