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HS CHAPTER 72

Iron and steel

CHAPTER

72

Iron and steel

Common items in this chapter

  • Pig iron and spiegeleisen (7201)
  • Ferro-alloys (7202)
  • Steel bars and rods (7213-7215)
  • Stainless steel sheet (7219)

Headings in this chapter (29)

Official HS 2022 four-digit headings. Each heading page lists its 6-digit subheadings with the official nomenclature texts.

Classification notes

Chapter 72 covers significant Section 232 (US) tariff items; trade in raw steel attracts safeguard duties in many destinations.

Frequent misclassification

Stainless vs. carbon steel — chemistry-based; alloy content determines heading.

Binding tariff ruling database

If you need certainty on classification, request a binding tariff ruling from your destination country's customs authority. The link below leads to the relevant ruling database.

Binding tariff ruling database
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