What is HS-4 7211 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
7211 — Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, width less than 600mm, not clad, plated or coated
Chapter 72: Iron and steel
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 7211 when importing flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel products that are less than 600mm wide. For example, if you're bringing in hot-rolled steel sheets that are 500mm wide and 5mm thick, this heading applies. It's crucial to classify your products correctly to avoid customs issues.
When deciding between the HS-6 lines, note that 721113 covers hot-rolled steel over 150mm wide and 4mm thick, while 721114 includes hot-rolled products under 600mm wide but thicker than 4.75mm. If your product is hot-rolled and less than 4.75mm thick, it falls under 721119.
For cold-rolled products, 721123 is for those with less than 0.25% carbon, while 721129 is for those with 0.25% or more. If your product doesn’t fit neatly into these categories, you may need to classify it under 721190, which is for items not elsewhere classified in this heading.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
HS-4 7211 · flat-rolled iron steel · non-alloy steel products · hot-rolled steel sheets · cold-rolled steel strips · steel classification · import steel products · HS-6 lines · steel thickness · customs classification
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Hot-rolled steel sheets, 500mm wide, 5mm thick
- Cold-rolled steel strips, 400mm wide, 0.2% carbon content
- Hot-rolled plates, 300mm wide, 3mm thick
- Cold-rolled coils, 550mm wide, 0.3% carbon content
- Flat-rolled steel, 450mm wide, 4.5mm thick
- Non-alloy steel sheets, 580mm wide, 4mm thick
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify flat-rolled steel for import?
Write down material, use, and product form first, then compare nearby lines before you lock the code.
What are the differences between HS-6 721113 and 721114?
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How to determine the right HS code for cold-rolled steel?
Match the product to the legal wording, then verify the final pick in your country tariff schedule before filing.
What thickness qualifies for HS-6 721119?
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How do I classify non-alloy steel products under 600mm?
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Related topics
Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.
importing flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel
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classifying hot-rolled steel sheets for customs
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differences between HS-6 codes for steel
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how to choose the right HS code for steel products
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understanding cold-rolled steel classifications
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steel thickness requirements for import codes
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non-alloy steel products and their HS classifications
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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 7211?
- HS-4 7211 includes flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel products that are less than 600mm wide, such as hot-rolled and cold-rolled sheets.
- How do I know if my steel product is hot-rolled or cold-rolled?
- Hot-rolled steel is typically produced at high temperatures, making it easier to shape, while cold-rolled steel is processed at room temperature, resulting in a smoother finish.
- What is the significance of carbon content in cold-rolled steel?
- The carbon content affects the strength and hardness of the steel. HS-6 721123 is for cold-rolled steel with less than 0.25% carbon, while HS-6 721129 is for those with 0.25% or more.
- Can I use HS-4 7211 for steel products that are coated?
- No, HS-4 7211 specifically covers flat-rolled products that are not clad, plated, or coated.
- What should I do if my product doesn’t fit neatly into any HS-6 line?
- If your product does not fit into the specified HS-6 lines, you may classify it under HS-6 721190, which is for items not elsewhere classified in heading 7211.
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HS-6 subheadings (6)
- 721113Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, hot-rolled, rolled on four faces or in a closed box pass, of a width more than 150mm but less than 600mm, 4mm thick or more, not in coils, without patterns in relief
- 721114Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, hot-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, 4.75mm thick or more, excluding those of item no. 7211.13
- 721119Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, hot-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, less than 4.75mm thick, excluding those of item no. 7211.13
- 721123Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, cold-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, containing by weight less than 0.25% of carbon
- 721129Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, cold-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, containing by weight 0.25% or more of carbon
- 721190Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, n.e.c. in heading no. 7211, width less than 600mm