Chapter 72 covers the entire steel industry chain products, including pig iron, ferroalloys, scrap, ingots, semi-finished products (such as billets), flat-rolled products, bars, wire rods, angles, sections, tubes, etc. This chapter is the most important chapter on metal materials in international trade, involving a large number of anti-dumping, countervailing measures and export controls. The classification of steel products requires comprehensive consideration of factors such as composition, processing technology, cross-sectional shape, and dimensions. Heading 7219 specifically refers to stainless steel cold-rolled flat-rolled products with a width of ≥600mm, including coils and cut-to-length sheets. Cold rolling refers to rolling below the recrystallization temperature, and the products have a smooth surface, high dimensional accuracy, and good mechanical properties. Under this heading, they are further subdivided according to thickness, whether further processed (such as pickling, annealing, polishing), etc. Note: Stainless steel sections usually refer to non-flat cross-section products made by rolling, drawing, extrusion, etc. If they are cold-rolled flat products, they are classified under 7219; if they are sections, they may be classified under 7222, etc. Code 721935 is a 6-digit HS code. The first 2 digits "72" represent Chapter 72: Iron and steel. The 3rd-4th digits "19" represent heading 7219: Stainless steel cold-rolled flat-rolled products with a width of ≥600mm. The 5th-6th digits "35" represent subheading 721935: Cold-rolled stainless steel flat-rolled products with a thickness of <0.5mm (Note: The actual subheading division may vary by version; this is explained according to the common structure). Overall meaning: Stainless steel cold-rolled coils or cut-to-length sheets with a thickness of less than 0.5 mm and a width of at least 600 mm. Under this code, it may also be further subdivided according to carbon content, chromium and nickel content, etc. The commodity is a cold-rolled stainless steel section, but note: if it is a flat-rolled product (width ≥600mm) and thickness <0.5mm, it is classified under 721935; if it is a long section (non-flat cross-section), it should be classified under 7222 (stainless steel bars, sections). When classifying, it is necessary to verify the cross-sectional shape, width, thickness and processing technology. The difference between cold-rolled flat products and hot-rolled products lies in whether they have undergone cold rolling, and the surface quality and tolerances are better.
Chapter
Chapter 72 covers the entire steel industry chain products, including pig iron, ferroalloys, scrap, ingots, semi-finished products (such as billets), flat-rolled products, bars, wire rods, angles, sections, tubes, etc. This chapter is the most important chapter on metal materials in international trade, involving a large number of anti-dumping, countervailing measures and export controls. The classification of steel products requires comprehensive consideration of factors such as composition, processing technology, cross-sectional shape, and dimensions.
Heading
Heading 7219 specifically refers to stainless steel cold-rolled flat-rolled products with a width of ≥600mm, including coils and cut-to-length sheets. Cold rolling refers to rolling below the recrystallization temperature, and the products have a smooth surface, high dimensional accuracy, and good mechanical properties. Under this heading, they are further subdivided according to thickness, whether further processed (such as pickling, annealing, polishing), etc. Note: Stainless steel sections usually refer to non-flat cross-section products made by rolling, drawing, extrusion, etc. If they are cold-rolled flat products, they are classified under 7219; if they are sections, they may be classified under 7222, etc.
Digit Breakdown
Code 721935 is a 6-digit HS code. The first 2 digits "72" represent Chapter 72: Iron and steel. The 3rd-4th digits "19" represent heading 7219: Stainless steel cold-rolled flat-rolled products with a width of ≥600mm. The 5th-6th digits "35" represent subheading 721935: Cold-rolled stainless steel flat-rolled products with a thickness of <0.5mm (Note: The actual subheading division may vary by version; this is explained according to the common structure). Overall meaning: Stainless steel cold-rolled coils or cut-to-length sheets with a thickness of less than 0.5 mm and a width of at least 600 mm. Under this code, it may also be further subdivided according to carbon content, chromium and nickel content, etc.
Classification Basis
The commodity is a cold-rolled stainless steel section, but note: if it is a flat-rolled product (width ≥600mm) and thickness <0.5mm, it is classified under 721935; if it is a long section (non-flat cross-section), it should be classified under 7222 (stainless steel bars, sections). When classifying, it is necessary to verify the cross-sectional shape, width, thickness and processing technology. The difference between cold-rolled flat products and hot-rolled products lies in whether they have undergone cold rolling, and the surface quality and tolerances are better.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "cold-rolled stainless steel coil" or "cold-rolled stainless steel sheet". Vague generic terms should be avoided, and it must be consistent with the actual product. Material: The grade or composition of stainless steel, such as 304, 316L, etc., and the content of main alloying elements (chromium, nickel, etc.) must be indicated. Specifications and dimensions: Thickness, width, length (if it is a sheet), in millimeters. The thickness of cold-rolled sheets is usually <0.5mm, and the width is ≥600mm. Processing technology: Clearly state "cold-rolled", and may indicate whether it has undergone subsequent treatments such as annealing, pickling, polishing, etc. Shape: Flat-rolled products (coils or cut-to-length sheets) or sections. If it is a section, the cross-sectional shape must be indicated. Use: Briefly explain the main use, such as "used for manufacturing tableware, kitchenware", etc. Brand: The manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "none". Origin: The country or region where the goods are produced, which affects tax rates and trade measures. Product name: Cold-rolled stainless steel coil; Material: 304 stainless steel (chromium 18%, nickel 8%); Specifications: thickness 0.3mm, width 1219mm; Processing technology: cold rolling, annealing, pickling; Shape: coil; Use: used for manufacturing home appliance panels; Brand: TISCO; Origin: China. Inaccurate declaration of thickness, such as actually 0.48mm declared as 0.5mm, resulting in a change of subheading. Mistakenly declaring cold-rolled flat products as sections, or vice versa, causing classification errors. Failure to indicate the stainless steel grade, affecting customs review of the composition.
Product name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "cold-rolled stainless steel coil" or "cold-rolled stainless steel sheet". Vague generic terms should be avoided, and it must be consistent with the actual product.
⚠️ Only writing "stainless steel sheet", without indicating cold rolling and the specific shape.
Material
The grade or composition of stainless steel, such as 304, 316L, etc., and the content of main alloying elements (chromium, nickel, etc.) must be indicated.
⚠️ Only writing "stainless steel", without providing the grade or composition.
Specifications and dimensions
Thickness, width, length (if it is a sheet), in millimeters. The thickness of cold-rolled sheets is usually <0.5mm, and the width is ≥600mm.
⚠️ Failure to declare thickness or width, making it impossible to determine the subheading.
Processing technology
Clearly state "cold-rolled", and may indicate whether it has undergone subsequent treatments such as annealing, pickling, polishing, etc.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring cold-rolled as hot-rolled, or failing to explain subsequent processing.
Shape
Flat-rolled products (coils or cut-to-length sheets) or sections. If it is a section, the cross-sectional shape must be indicated.
⚠️ Declaring sections as flat products, resulting in classification errors.
Use
Briefly explain the main use, such as "used for manufacturing tableware, kitchenware", etc.
⚠️ The use description is too broad, such as "industrial use".
Brand
The manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "none".
⚠️ Confusing the brand with the manufacturer.
Origin
The country or region where the goods are produced, which affects tax rates and trade measures.
⚠️ Confusing the origin with the place of shipment.
Inaccurate declaration of thickness, such as actually 0.48mm declared as 0.5mm, resulting in a change of subheading.
Mistakenly declaring cold-rolled flat products as sections, or vice versa, causing classification errors.
Failure to indicate the stainless steel grade, affecting customs review of the composition.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1) The material is stainless steel; 2) The processing technology is cold rolling (rolling below the recrystallization temperature); 3) The shape is flat-rolled product (width ≥600mm); 4) The thickness is <0.5mm. If the thickness is ≥0.5mm, it should be classified under 721933 or 721934, etc.; if the width is <600mm, it should be classified under 7220; if it is a section, it should be classified under 7222. It is necessary to combine the Import and Export Tariff and its notes, and refer to customs classification decisions. 721933 Cold-rolled stainless steel sheet, thickness 0.5-1mm: The thickness range is different; 721935 is <0.5mm, and 721933 is 0.5-1mm (subject to the tariff). 721934 Cold-rolled stainless steel sheet, thickness 1-3mm: Thickness ≥1mm, distinguished from the thin sheet of 721935. 722020 Cold-rolled stainless steel flat-rolled products with a width of <600mm: Width is the key distinguishing point; 7219 requires a width of ≥600mm. 722220 Stainless steel cold-formed bars: The shape is bar, not flat-rolled product, and the processing method is different. 722240 Stainless steel sections: The cross-section is non-flat, usually made by rolling, extrusion, etc., classified under 7222. Confirm that the material is stainless steel (containing chromium ≥10.5%). Confirm that the processing technology is cold rolling. Confirm that the shape is flat-rolled product (width ≥600mm). Confirm that the thickness is <0.5mm. Check the tariff version to confirm the subheading division.
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1) The material is stainless steel; 2) The processing technology is cold rolling (rolling below the recrystallization temperature); 3) The shape is flat-rolled product (width ≥600mm); 4) The thickness is <0.5mm. If the thickness is ≥0.5mm, it should be classified under 721933 or 721934, etc.; if the width is <600mm, it should be classified under 7220; if it is a section, it should be classified under 7222. It is necessary to combine the Import and Export Tariff and its notes, and refer to customs classification decisions.
Thickness ≥1mm, distinguished from the thin sheet of 721935.
722020 - Cold-rolled stainless steel flat-rolled products with a width of <600mm
Width is the key distinguishing point; 7219 requires a width of ≥600mm.
722220 - Stainless steel cold-formed bars
The shape is bar, not flat-rolled product, and the processing method is different.
722240 - Stainless steel sections
The cross-section is non-flat, usually made by rolling, extrusion, etc., classified under 7222.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm that the material is stainless steel (containing chromium ≥10.5%).
✓ Confirm that the processing technology is cold rolling.
✓ Confirm that the shape is flat-rolled product (width ≥600mm).
✓ Confirm that the thickness is <0.5mm.
✓ Check the tariff version to confirm the subheading division.
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether stainless steel is cold-rolled? Cold rolling refers to rolling below the recrystallization temperature, usually with a smooth surface, high dimensional accuracy, and may have undergone annealing and pickling. You can check the product quality certificate or production process. If it is rolled by a cold rolling mill after hot rolling, it is cold-rolled. Which code should be used for a thickness of exactly 0.5mm? According to the tariff, 721935 usually refers to a thickness of <0.5mm. If the thickness is ≥0.5mm, it is classified under 721933 (0.5-1mm). The actual classification should be based on the original text of the tariff. It is recommended to consult the latest tariff or consult customs. Is a cold-rolled stainless steel coil with a width of 600mm and a thickness of 0.3mm classified under 721935? Yes, if the material is stainless steel, cold-rolled, width ≥600mm, and thickness <0.5mm, it is classified under 721935. However, it is necessary to confirm whether it has undergone further processing (such as coating). If coated, it may be classified under other subheadings of 7219 or 7210. What is the difference between cold-rolled stainless steel sections and cold-rolled stainless steel sheets? Sections usually refer to long products with non-flat cross-sections, such as angles, channels, etc., classified under 7222; while cold-rolled stainless steel sheets are flat-rolled products, classified under 7219. The key difference lies in the cross-sectional shape and processing method. What are the consequences of failing to declare the thickness? Failure to declare the thickness may prevent customs from determining the subheading, affecting classification, tax rates and regulatory conditions, and may result in a requirement for supplementary declaration, document amendment, or even administrative penalties. Specifications and dimensions must be accurately declared. How to check the tax rate for 721935? Tax rates may change. You can check the latest tax rate through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff query tools by entering the HS code and origin. Pay attention to additional taxes such as anti-dumping and countervailing duties. What regulatory documents are required for stainless steel cold-rolled sheets? Usually, a quality certificate, certificate of origin, etc. are required. If anti-dumping is involved, a certificate of origin is required to determine the tax rate. The specific regulatory conditions are subject to the latest customs announcements. How to declare stainless steel cold-rolled sheets for cross-border e-commerce export? Cross-border e-commerce exports also need to be declared according to the HS code, filling in declaration elements such as material, specifications, processing technology, etc. You can entrust a customs broker or use the Single Window for declaration, and pay attention to compliance with export controls and tax refund requirements.
Q: How to determine whether stainless steel is cold-rolled?
A: Cold rolling refers to rolling below the recrystallization temperature, usually with a smooth surface, high dimensional accuracy, and may have undergone annealing and pickling. You can check the product quality certificate or production process. If it is rolled by a cold rolling mill after hot rolling, it is cold-rolled.
Q: Which code should be used for a thickness of exactly 0.5mm?
A: According to the tariff, 721935 usually refers to a thickness of <0.5mm. If the thickness is ≥0.5mm, it is classified under 721933 (0.5-1mm). The actual classification should be based on the original text of the tariff. It is recommended to consult the latest tariff or consult customs.
Q: Is a cold-rolled stainless steel coil with a width of 600mm and a thickness of 0.3mm classified under 721935?
A: Yes, if the material is stainless steel, cold-rolled, width ≥600mm, and thickness <0.5mm, it is classified under 721935. However, it is necessary to confirm whether it has undergone further processing (such as coating). If coated, it may be classified under other subheadings of 7219 or 7210.
Q: What is the difference between cold-rolled stainless steel sections and cold-rolled stainless steel sheets?
A: Sections usually refer to long products with non-flat cross-sections, such as angles, channels, etc., classified under 7222; while cold-rolled stainless steel sheets are flat-rolled products, classified under 7219. The key difference lies in the cross-sectional shape and processing method.
Q: What are the consequences of failing to declare the thickness?
A: Failure to declare the thickness may prevent customs from determining the subheading, affecting classification, tax rates and regulatory conditions, and may result in a requirement for supplementary declaration, document amendment, or even administrative penalties. Specifications and dimensions must be accurately declared.
Q: How to check the tax rate for 721935?
A: Tax rates may change. You can check the latest tax rate through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff query tools by entering the HS code and origin. Pay attention to additional taxes such as anti-dumping and countervailing duties.
Q: What regulatory documents are required for stainless steel cold-rolled sheets?
A: Usually, a quality certificate, certificate of origin, etc. are required. If anti-dumping is involved, a certificate of origin is required to determine the tax rate. The specific regulatory conditions are subject to the latest customs announcements.
Q: How to declare stainless steel cold-rolled sheets for cross-border e-commerce export?
A: Cross-border e-commerce exports also need to be declared according to the HS code, filling in declaration elements such as material, specifications, processing technology, etc. You can entrust a customs broker or use the Single Window for declaration, and pay attention to compliance with export controls and tax refund requirements.
⚠️ 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.