What is HS-4 7209 used for?
Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.
HS-4 · Heading
7209 — Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled (cold-reduced), not clad, plated or coated
Chapter 72: Iron and steel
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 7209 when importing or exporting cold-rolled flat-rolled products made of iron or non-alloy steel that are 600mm or wider. For example, if you are shipping coils of cold-rolled steel sheets that are 3mm thick, this heading applies directly to your products.
When deciding between the subheadings, consider the thickness of your product. For instance, if your steel is in coils and has a thickness of 2mm, you would classify it under HS-6 720916. If it is 3mm or thicker, then HS-6 720915 is the correct choice.
If your product is not in coils, the same thickness rules apply. A flat-rolled steel sheet that is 1.5mm thick would fall under HS-6 720926. However, if it is 0.4mm thick, you should use HS-6 720928 instead.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
cold-rolled steel · flat-rolled products · non-alloy steel · iron steel coils · thickness classification · steel import export · HS-4 7209 · HS-6 subheadings · steel sheet thickness · 600mm width steel
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Coils of cold-rolled steel sheets, 600mm wide, 3mm thick
- Flat-rolled steel plates, 600mm wide, 2.5mm thick, not in coils
- Cold-rolled steel strips, 600mm wide, 0.8mm thick, in coils
- Flat-rolled non-alloy steel, 600mm wide, 0.3mm thick, not in coils
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify cold-rolled steel products?
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What thicknesses are included in HS-4 7209?
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Are there different codes for steel coils?
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What is the difference between HS-6 720915 and HS-6 720916?
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How do I determine the right HS code for my steel shipment?
Match the product to the legal wording, then verify the final pick in your country tariff schedule before filing.
Related topics
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cold-rolled flat-rolled steel products classification
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how to choose HS code for steel sheets
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importing non-alloy steel coils
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steel thickness specifications for HS-4 7209
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differences in HS-6 subheadings for cold-rolled steel
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what to include in HS-4 7209 product descriptions
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guidelines for exporting flat-rolled steel
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understanding cold-rolled steel HS codes
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products fall under HS-4 7209?
- HS-4 7209 covers cold-rolled flat-rolled products made of iron or non-alloy steel that are 600mm or more in width.
- How do I determine the correct HS-6 subheading?
- Choose the HS-6 subheading based on the thickness of your product, whether it is in coils or not, and ensure it meets the width requirement.
- Can I use HS-4 7209 for coated steel?
- No, HS-4 7209 specifically applies to cold-rolled steel that is not clad, plated, or coated.
- What if my steel product is less than 600mm wide?
- If your product is less than 600mm wide, it does not fall under HS-4 7209 and you will need to find a different heading.
- Is there a specific thickness range for HS-6 720918?
- Yes, HS-6 720918 is for cold-rolled steel that is less than 0.5mm thick and 600mm or more in width.
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HS-6 subheadings (9)
- 720915Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more
- 720916Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm
- 720917Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 0.5mm or more but not exceeding 1mm
- 720918Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm
- 720925Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more
- 720926Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm
- 720927Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 0.5mm or more but not exceeding 1mm
- 720928Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm
- 720990Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, n.e.c. in heading no. 7209