Chapter 72 covers iron and steel smelting and primary iron and steel products, including pig iron, ferroalloys, scrap, ingots, semi-finished products, and flat-rolled products, bars, profiles, etc. This chapter distinguishes different smelting processes (such as converter, electric furnace) and forms, but does not include further processed iron and steel products (such as Chapter 73). The core is basic iron and steel materials. Heading 7219 specifically refers to stainless steel flat-rolled products of a width of 600 mm or more, hot-rolled only, and not clad, plated or coated. Includes coils or non-coils, but must be hot-rolled with or without descaling, thickness not limited. This heading is distinguished from 7218 (stainless steel ingots), 7220 (cold-rolled stainless steel) and 7210 (hot-rolled ordinary steel). First 2 digits 72: Iron and steel chapter. Digits 3-4 19: Stainless steel hot-rolled flat-rolled products, width 600 mm or more. Digits 5-6 21: Subheading further subdivided, referring to hot-rolled stainless steel coils (or non-coils) of a thickness of 4.75 mm or more, not further worked. Note: 721921 specifically refers to thickness 4.75 mm or more, while 721922 is thickness less than 4.75 mm. The commodity is hot-rolled stainless steel profiles, but in HS 'profiles' are usually classified under 7222 etc., while 721921 is actually hot-rolled stainless steel flat-rolled products (coils or non-coils). If it is irregularly wound coils of profiles, it should be classified under 7221. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm: material is stainless steel, hot-rolled, width 600 mm or more, thickness 4.75 mm or more, uncoated.
Chapter
Chapter 72 covers iron and steel smelting and primary iron and steel products, including pig iron, ferroalloys, scrap, ingots, semi-finished products, and flat-rolled products, bars, profiles, etc. This chapter distinguishes different smelting processes (such as converter, electric furnace) and forms, but does not include further processed iron and steel products (such as Chapter 73). The core is basic iron and steel materials.
Heading
Heading 7219 specifically refers to stainless steel flat-rolled products of a width of 600 mm or more, hot-rolled only, and not clad, plated or coated. Includes coils or non-coils, but must be hot-rolled with or without descaling, thickness not limited. This heading is distinguished from 7218 (stainless steel ingots), 7220 (cold-rolled stainless steel) and 7210 (hot-rolled ordinary steel).
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 72: Iron and steel chapter. Digits 3-4 19: Stainless steel hot-rolled flat-rolled products, width 600 mm or more. Digits 5-6 21: Subheading further subdivided, referring to hot-rolled stainless steel coils (or non-coils) of a thickness of 4.75 mm or more, not further worked. Note: 721921 specifically refers to thickness 4.75 mm or more, while 721922 is thickness less than 4.75 mm.
Classification Basis
The commodity is hot-rolled stainless steel profiles, but in HS 'profiles' are usually classified under 7222 etc., while 721921 is actually hot-rolled stainless steel flat-rolled products (coils or non-coils). If it is irregularly wound coils of profiles, it should be classified under 7221. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm: material is stainless steel, hot-rolled, width 600 mm or more, thickness 4.75 mm or more, uncoated.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The standard name of the declared commodity, which should include key information such as material, processing method, shape, e.g. 'hot-rolled stainless steel coil'. Material: Specific stainless steel grade, such as 304, 316L, etc., must comply with corresponding standards. Processing method: Clearly indicate hot-rolled, and note whether pickled, annealed, etc. Shape: Flat-rolled products need to indicate coil or non-coil, profiles need to indicate cross-sectional shape. Specifications and dimensions: Thickness, width, length (for coils indicate inner diameter, outer diameter), thickness must be accurate to the millimeter. Grade standard: The standard number implemented, such as GB/T 4237, ASTM A240, etc. Use: Main use, such as construction, kitchenware, chemical equipment, etc. Product name: Hot-rolled stainless steel coil; Material: 304; Processing method: hot-rolled, pickled; Shape: coil; Specifications: thickness 6.0 mm, width 1500 mm, inner diameter 508 mm; Grade standard: ASTM A240; Use: architectural decoration. Thickness declaration not precise, leading to confusion between subheadings 721921 and 721922. Misreporting cold-rolled products as hot-rolled, causing classification errors. Failure to indicate whether width is 600 mm or more, possibly leading to classification under other headings.
Product name
The standard name of the declared commodity, which should include key information such as material, processing method, shape, e.g. 'hot-rolled stainless steel coil'.
⚠️ Only writing 'stainless steel plate' without indicating hot-rolled or thickness, leading to classification disputes.
Material
Specific stainless steel grade, such as 304, 316L, etc., must comply with corresponding standards.
⚠️ Generally writing 'stainless steel' without providing the grade, affecting the applicable tax rate.
Processing method
Clearly indicate hot-rolled, and note whether pickled, annealed, etc.
⚠️ Misreporting cold-rolled as hot-rolled, or omitting subsequent treatment.
Shape
Flat-rolled products need to indicate coil or non-coil, profiles need to indicate cross-sectional shape.
⚠️ Reporting coil as non-coil, or confusing profiles with plates.
Specifications and dimensions
Thickness, width, length (for coils indicate inner diameter, outer diameter), thickness must be accurate to the millimeter.
⚠️ Incorrect thickness unit or failure to provide width, leading to wrong subheading.
Grade standard
The standard number implemented, such as GB/T 4237, ASTM A240, etc.
⚠️ Failure to provide the standard, making it impossible to determine composition and performance.
Use
Main use, such as construction, kitchenware, chemical equipment, etc.
⚠️ Use description too broad, such as 'industrial use'.
Thickness declaration not precise, leading to confusion between subheadings 721921 and 721922.
Misreporting cold-rolled products as hot-rolled, causing classification errors.
Failure to indicate whether width is 600 mm or more, possibly leading to classification under other headings.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1) Material is stainless steel (carbon content 1.2% or less by weight, chromium content 10.5% or more); 2) Flat-rolled products, width 600 mm or more; 3) Hot-rolled, not cold-rolled or further worked; 4) Thickness 4.75 mm or more; 5) Not clad, plated or coated. If it is profiles (non-flat), it should be classified under 7222. 721922 Hot-rolled stainless steel flat-rolled products, thickness less than 4.75 mm: Thickness is the only distinguishing point, 721921 requires 4.75 mm or more, 721922 is less than 4.75 mm. 722011 Hot-rolled stainless steel narrow strip (width less than 600 mm): Width differs, 721921 requires width 600 mm or more, 722011 is less than 600 mm. 722220 Cold-rolled stainless steel bars: Processing method and shape differ, 721921 is hot-rolled flat-rolled, 722220 is cold-rolled bars. 722230 Other stainless steel bars: Shape differs, 721921 is flat-rolled products, 722230 is bars. Confirm material is stainless steel with chromium content 10.5% or more. Confirm processing method is hot-rolled, not cold-rolled. Confirm width is 600 mm or more. Confirm thickness is 4.75 mm or more. Confirm not plated or coated.
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1) Material is stainless steel (carbon content 1.2% or less by weight, chromium content 10.5% or more); 2) Flat-rolled products, width 600 mm or more; 3) Hot-rolled, not cold-rolled or further worked; 4) Thickness 4.75 mm or more; 5) Not clad, plated or coated. If it is profiles (non-flat), it should be classified under 7222.
Confused Codes：
721922 - Hot-rolled stainless steel flat-rolled products, thickness less than 4.75 mm
Thickness is the only distinguishing point, 721921 requires 4.75 mm or more, 721922 is less than 4.75 mm.
722011 - Hot-rolled stainless steel narrow strip (width less than 600 mm)
Width differs, 721921 requires width 600 mm or more, 722011 is less than 600 mm.
722220 - Cold-rolled stainless steel bars
Processing method and shape differ, 721921 is hot-rolled flat-rolled, 722220 is cold-rolled bars.
722230 - Other stainless steel bars
Shape differs, 721921 is flat-rolled products, 722230 is bars.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm material is stainless steel with chromium content 10.5% or more.
✓ Confirm processing method is hot-rolled, not cold-rolled.
✓ Confirm width is 600 mm or more.
✓ Confirm thickness is 4.75 mm or more.
✓ Confirm not plated or coated.
❓ FAQ
How to check the import tax rate for 721921? You can check through the General Administration of Customs website or the 'Chinese Customs Import and Export Tariff', enter HS code 721921, and view the MFN rate, general rate, VAT and consumption tax. Note that tax rates may be adjusted with policy, it is recommended to refer to the latest version. What is the main difference between 721921 and 721922? The only difference is thickness: 721921 is hot-rolled stainless steel flat-rolled products of thickness 4.75 mm or more, 721922 is thickness less than 4.75 mm. When declaring, thickness must be accurately measured to avoid classification errors. Which code should hot-rolled stainless steel profiles be classified under? If they are irregularly wound coils of profiles, classify under 7221; if other profiles, classify under 7222. 721921 only applies to flat-rolled products, not to profiles. How to fill in specifications and models when declaring? Should include thickness, width, length (or coil inner diameter), such as 'thickness 6.0 mm x width 1500 mm x coil inner diameter 508 mm'. Also indicate grade such as 304 to ensure completeness and accuracy. If hot-rolled stainless steel plate is pickled, does it affect classification? Pickling is a common treatment after hot rolling, does not change classification, still classified under 721921. But if cold-rolled or coated, it needs to be classified under other codes. What documents are required for importing stainless steel plates? Usually requires contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, and material certificate. In some cases, a radioactivity test report is required. What are the regulatory conditions for 721921? Regulatory conditions may include A (Entry Goods Clearance Form), etc., specific need to check the latest tariff. It is recommended to consult a customs broker or customs. How to avoid late declaration fees caused by classification errors? It is recommended to use customs pre-classification services, or consult a professional customs declarant. Accurately declare product name, material, specifications and other elements, and apply for advance ruling if necessary.
Q: How to check the import tax rate for 721921?
A: You can check through the General Administration of Customs website or the 'Chinese Customs Import and Export Tariff', enter HS code 721921, and view the MFN rate, general rate, VAT and consumption tax. Note that tax rates may be adjusted with policy, it is recommended to refer to the latest version.
Q: What is the main difference between 721921 and 721922?
A: The only difference is thickness: 721921 is hot-rolled stainless steel flat-rolled products of thickness 4.75 mm or more, 721922 is thickness less than 4.75 mm. When declaring, thickness must be accurately measured to avoid classification errors.
Q: Which code should hot-rolled stainless steel profiles be classified under?
A: If they are irregularly wound coils of profiles, classify under 7221; if other profiles, classify under 7222. 721921 only applies to flat-rolled products, not to profiles.
Q: How to fill in specifications and models when declaring?
A: Should include thickness, width, length (or coil inner diameter), such as 'thickness 6.0 mm x width 1500 mm x coil inner diameter 508 mm'. Also indicate grade such as 304 to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Q: If hot-rolled stainless steel plate is pickled, does it affect classification?
A: Pickling is a common treatment after hot rolling, does not change classification, still classified under 721921. But if cold-rolled or coated, it needs to be classified under other codes.
Q: What documents are required for importing stainless steel plates?
A: Usually requires contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, and material certificate. In some cases, a radioactivity test report is required.
Q: What are the regulatory conditions for 721921?
A: Regulatory conditions may include A (Entry Goods Clearance Form), etc., specific need to check the latest tariff. It is recommended to consult a customs broker or customs.
Q: How to avoid late declaration fees caused by classification errors?
A: It is recommended to use customs pre-classification services, or consult a professional customs declarant. Accurately declare product name, material, specifications and other elements, and apply for advance ruling if necessary.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.