Chapter 72 covers iron and steel smelting and primary iron and steel products, including pig iron, ferroalloys, direct reduced iron, scrap, ingots, semi-finished products (billets, slabs, etc.), as well as rolled, drawn, and extruded plates, bars, sections, wire rods, etc. However, further processed or coated iron and steel products may be classified under Chapter 73 or Chapter 83. This chapter is the foundational classification chapter for the iron and steel trade. Heading 7212 covers flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width less than 600mm, plated or coated. Specifically includes tin-plated, zinc-plated (including electro-galvanized and hot-dip galvanized), aluminum-plated, painted, plastic-coated, etc. However, it excludes coated plates of a width ≥600mm (classified under 7210) and similar products of stainless steel or alloy steel. The first 2 digits 72 represent Chapter 72, Iron and Steel; digits 3-4, 12, represent heading 7212, i.e., flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width less than 600mm, plated or coated; digits 5-6, 20, represent subheading 721220, specifically electro-galvanized flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width less than 600mm. Therefore, 721220 as a whole refers to electro-galvanized carbon steel sheet (width <600mm). This commodity is galvanized carbon steel sheet, of a width less than 600mm, and produced by the electro-galvanizing process, which conforms to the description of 721220. If the width is ≥600mm, it should be classified under 7210; if hot-dip galvanized, under 721230; if alloy steel, under 7225 or 7226. Therefore, 721220 is the only correct classification.

Product Name: The Chinese and English names of the declared commodity, which should accurately reflect the material and process, such as 'electro-galvanized carbon steel sheet' Material: Indicate carbon steel (non-alloy steel), and provide the specific grade such as Q235 if necessary Specifications and Dimensions: Include thickness, width, length (if coil, indicate coil), and the width must be less than 600mm Processing Technique: Clearly state electro-galvanizing (electrolytic galvanizing), to distinguish from hot-dip galvanizing Coating Type: Indicate the coating is zinc; if it is alloyed galvanizing, specify Use: Briefly state the main use, such as construction, home appliances, automobiles, etc. Brand or Manufacturer: If there is a brand, declare it; if no brand, write 'none' State: Such as coil, sheet, cut-to-length, etc. Product Name: Electro-galvanized carbon steel sheet; Material: Carbon steel (non-alloy steel), grade Q235; Specifications: Thickness 0.5mm, width 500mm, coil; Processing Technique: Electro-galvanizing; Coating Type: Pure zinc coating; Use: Used for manufacturing home appliance housings; Brand: None; State: Coil. Mistakenly classifying electro-galvanized sheet of width ≥600mm under 721220, when it should actually be classified under 7210 Incorrectly classifying hot-dip galvanized sheet under 721220, when it should be under 721230 Failing to indicate the electro-galvanizing process, leading to classification disputes Ignoring the width dimension, failing to provide accurate width value

Core basis for classification: 1) Material is iron or non-alloy steel (carbon steel); 2) Flat-rolled product; 3) Width less than 600mm; 4) Subjected to electro-galvanized coating. Only when all the above conditions are met can it be classified under 721220. If width ≥600mm, classify under 7210; if hot-dip galvanized, under 721230; if alloy steel, under 7225 or 7226. 721010 Electro-galvanized carbon steel sheet of width ≥600mm: Width ≥600mm, classified under 7210, whereas 721220 requires width <600mm 721230 Hot-dip galvanized carbon steel sheet of width <600mm: Hot-dip galvanizing process, thicker coating, classified under 721230, whereas 721220 is electro-galvanized 721049 Other galvanized carbon steel sheet of width ≥600mm: Width ≥600mm and possibly hot-dip galvanized, classified under 7210 722592 Electro-galvanized alloy steel sheet of width <600mm: Material is alloy steel, classified under 7225, whereas 721220 requires non-alloy steel 721720 Galvanized steel wire of width <600mm: It is wire, classified under 7217, whereas 721220 is flat-rolled product Is the material non-alloy steel (carbon steel)? Is the width less than 600mm? Is the processing technique electro-galvanizing? Is it a flat-rolled product (not wire)? Has it not undergone further processing (such as painting, laminating)?

How to check the import tariff rate for 721220? You can check the latest tariff rate by entering HS code 721220 on the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the 'Internet + Customs' platform. You can also use third-party trade data platforms, but note that tariff rates may vary by country and trade agreement, and it is recommended to rely on official publications. What is the difference in classification between electro-galvanizing and hot-dip galvanizing? Electro-galvanizing (electrolytic galvanizing) has a thin and uniform coating, classified under 721220 (width <600mm) or 7210 (width ≥600mm); hot-dip galvanizing has a thick coating, classified under 721230 (width <600mm) or 721049 (width ≥600mm). The process must be clearly stated during declaration. If the width is exactly 600mm, which code should it be classified under? When the width equals 600mm, if it is electro-galvanized carbon steel, it should be classified under 7210 (specific subheading such as 721030), because 721220 requires width less than 600mm. Classification must be strictly judged by the width threshold. Can 721220 steel sheet be used in automobile manufacturing? Yes, electro-galvanized carbon steel sheet is commonly used in automotive parts, but note that automotive steel sheet may undergo alloying or special treatment; if it is alloy steel, it should be classified under 7225. It is recommended to confirm based on actual material and process. What are the consequences of omitting the 'electro-galvanizing' process in the declaration? It may lead to incorrect classification, such as mistakenly classifying under 721230 (hot-dip galvanized) or 7210, thereby affecting tariff rates and regulatory conditions. Customs may require tax supplementation, fines, or even determine it as false declaration. The process must be declared accurately. What are the differences in regulatory conditions between 721220 and 721230? Regulatory conditions may be adjusted according to national policies, but generally involve import and export licenses, tariff quotas, etc. For specifics, consult the latest 'Customs Import and Export Tariff'. Both may be subject to anti-dumping duties, but the scope differs. What documents are required for cross-border e-commerce sales of galvanized steel sheet? Generally, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, contract, and declaration elements meeting customs requirements are required. If export tax rebate is involved, VAT invoice is also needed. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker. How to determine whether steel sheet has undergone 'further processing'? Further processing includes painting, plastic coating, laminating, stamping, bending, etc. If only galvanized, it remains classified under 7212; if painted, it may be classified under other subheadings of 7212 or Chapter 73. Judgment should be based on the processing technique and product state.