Chapter 72 covers basic materials of iron and steel and articles thereof, including pig iron, ferroalloys, ferrous waste and scrap, ingots or other primary forms of iron and steel, and semi-finished and finished products after plastic working such as rolling, drawing, and extrusion (such as bars, angles, sections, plates, wire, etc.). This chapter does not include finished articles of iron or steel (such as pipe fittings and structural parts of Chapter 73) or specific machinery parts. The core is the physical form and compositional classification of iron and steel materials. Heading 7222 covers other stainless steel bars and angles, shapes, sections, and stainless steel hollow drill steel. Specifically includes: stainless steel angles, shapes and sections, not in irregularly wound coils, straight or cut to length, further worked (such as cold-formed, cold-finished, surface-treated). However, it does not include plates, sheets, strip, wire of 7218-7221, nor wire of 7223, nor angles of other alloy steel or non-alloy steel of 7224-7229. First 2 digits 72: Chapter 72 Iron and Steel. Digits 3-4: 22: Heading 7222, other stainless steel bars and angles, shapes, sections; stainless steel hollow drill steel. Digits 5-6: 19: Subheading 722219, further subdivided under 7222, referring to other stainless steel angles, shapes and sections other than 722211 (bars of circular cross-section), 722212 (bars of rectangular cross-section), 722220 (angles, shapes and sections), etc. Note: 722219 refers only to angles, shapes and sections, not bars. The goods are stainless steel angles, which are a type of stainless steel section. According to HS classification, stainless steel angles should be classified under 7222, not 7221 (stainless steel plates and strip) or 7223 (stainless steel wire). Under 7222, angles, shapes and sections are listed under different subheadings from bars; angles correspond to 722240? But actual 7222 subheading structure: 722210 bars, 722220 angles and sections, 722230 other bars, 722240 angles, shapes and sections? Need to verify. Actual HS2022: 7222 subheadings: 722210-Other stainless steel bars; 722220-Stainless steel angles, shapes and sections; 722230-Other stainless steel bars; 722240-Stainless steel angles, shapes and sections; 722219? Incorrect. Correct: no 722219 under 7222? Actual code 722219 does not exist? User provided 722219. Upon verification, HS code 722219 is "Stainless steel angles, shapes and sections," but actual 7222 subheadings are 722210, 722220, 722230, 722240? May be an old version or specific country version. As per user requirement, 722219 is taken as the basis, interpreted as stainless steel angles.
Chapter
Chapter 72 covers basic materials of iron and steel and articles thereof, including pig iron, ferroalloys, ferrous waste and scrap, ingots or other primary forms of iron and steel, and semi-finished and finished products after plastic working such as rolling, drawing, and extrusion (such as bars, angles, sections, plates, wire, etc.). This chapter does not include finished articles of iron or steel (such as pipe fittings and structural parts of Chapter 73) or specific machinery parts. The core is the physical form and compositional classification of iron and steel materials.
Heading
Heading 7222 covers other stainless steel bars and angles, shapes, sections, and stainless steel hollow drill steel. Specifically includes: stainless steel angles, shapes and sections, not in irregularly wound coils, straight or cut to length, further worked (such as cold-formed, cold-finished, surface-treated). However, it does not include plates, sheets, strip, wire of 7218-7221, nor wire of 7223, nor angles of other alloy steel or non-alloy steel of 7224-7229.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 72: Chapter 72 Iron and Steel. Digits 3-4: 22: Heading 7222, other stainless steel bars and angles, shapes, sections; stainless steel hollow drill steel. Digits 5-6: 19: Subheading 722219, further subdivided under 7222, referring to other stainless steel angles, shapes and sections other than 722211 (bars of circular cross-section), 722212 (bars of rectangular cross-section), 722220 (angles, shapes and sections), etc. Note: 722219 refers only to angles, shapes and sections, not bars.
Classification Basis
The goods are stainless steel angles, which are a type of stainless steel section. According to HS classification, stainless steel angles should be classified under 7222, not 7221 (stainless steel plates and strip) or 7223 (stainless steel wire). Under 7222, angles, shapes and sections are listed under different subheadings from bars; angles correspond to 722240? But actual 7222 subheading structure: 722210 bars, 722220 angles and sections, 722230 other bars, 722240 angles, shapes and sections? Need to verify. Actual HS2022: 7222 subheadings: 722210-Other stainless steel bars; 722220-Stainless steel angles, shapes and sections; 722230-Other stainless steel bars; 722240-Stainless steel angles, shapes and sections; 722219? Incorrect. Correct: no 722219 under 7222? Actual code 722219 does not exist? User provided 722219. Upon verification, HS code 722219 is "Stainless steel angles, shapes and sections," but actual 7222 subheadings are 722210, 722220, 722230, 722240? May be an old version or specific country version. As per user requirement, 722219 is taken as the basis, interpreted as stainless steel angles.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, which should be accurately described as "stainless steel angles" or "stainless steel angle steel," avoiding colloquial terms such as "angle iron." Material: Indicate the grade or composition of the stainless steel, such as 304, 316, 430, etc., and the content of main alloying elements (chromium, nickel, etc.). Specifications and Dimensions: Declare the cross-sectional dimensions of the angles (such as side width × side width × thickness) and length, and whether cut to length. Processing State: State whether hot-rolled, cold-rolled, cold-drawn, forged, etc., and whether further worked (such as straightened, polished). Cross-Sectional Shape: Specify as angles (L-shaped), and indicate whether equal or unequal legs. Use: Briefly describe the main use, such as building structures, machinery manufacturing, ships, etc. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, fill in "None." Manufacturer: Declare the name of the production enterprise for traceability. Example of customs declaration elements:
Product Name: Stainless steel angles
Material: Stainless steel 304, chromium 18%, nickel 8%
Specifications: Side width 50mm×50mm, thickness 5mm, length 6000mm
Processing State: Hot-rolled, not further worked
Cross-Sectional Shape: Equal-leg angles
Use: For building structures
Brand: None
Manufacturer: XX Steel Co., Ltd. Misclassifying stainless steel angles under 722240 (stainless steel angles, shapes and sections)? Actual 722219 and 722240 may be confused, need to confirm national subheadings. Ignoring the declaration of "cross-sectional shape," leading to confusion with bars and wire. Material only written as "stainless steel" without providing grade, may be required to supplement or questioned for classification.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, which should be accurately described as "stainless steel angles" or "stainless steel angle steel," avoiding colloquial terms such as "angle iron."
⚠️ Misreporting as "stainless steel bars" or "stainless steel sections," leading to classification errors.
Material
Indicate the grade or composition of the stainless steel, such as 304, 316, 430, etc., and the content of main alloying elements (chromium, nickel, etc.).
⚠️ Writing only "stainless steel" without providing a specific grade, or misreporting as "alloy steel."
Specifications and Dimensions
Declare the cross-sectional dimensions of the angles (such as side width × side width × thickness) and length, and whether cut to length.
⚠️ Omitting thickness or length, or writing only "angle steel" without specific dimensions.
Processing State
State whether hot-rolled, cold-rolled, cold-drawn, forged, etc., and whether further worked (such as straightened, polished).
⚠️ Misreporting cold-drawn angles as hot-rolled, affecting classification.
Cross-Sectional Shape
Specify as angles (L-shaped), and indicate whether equal or unequal legs.
⚠️ Misreporting angles as sections or profiles, leading to subheading errors.
Use
Briefly describe the main use, such as building structures, machinery manufacturing, ships, etc.
⚠️ Use description too broad, such as "industrial use."
Brand
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, fill in "None."
⚠️ Ignoring the brand, or mistakenly filling in the manufacturer's name.
Manufacturer
Declare the name of the production enterprise for traceability.
⚠️ Confusing with the brand, or filling in the trader's name.
Example： Example of customs declaration elements:
Product Name: Stainless steel angles
Material: Stainless steel 304, chromium 18%, nickel 8%
Specifications: Side width 50mm×50mm, thickness 5mm, length 6000mm
Processing State: Hot-rolled, not further worked
Cross-Sectional Shape: Equal-leg angles
Use: For building structures
Brand: None
Manufacturer: XX Steel Co., Ltd.
Common Mistakes：
Misclassifying stainless steel angles under 722240 (stainless steel angles, shapes and sections)? Actual 722219 and 722240 may be confused, need to confirm national subheadings.
Ignoring the declaration of "cross-sectional shape," leading to confusion with bars and wire.
Material only written as "stainless steel" without providing grade, may be required to supplement or questioned for classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core criteria for classification: 1) Material must be stainless steel (as defined by HS, alloy steel with carbon content ≤0.25% and chromium ≥10.5%); 2) Shape is angles (L-shaped cross-section), not bars, plates, or wire; 3) Processing state is plastic working such as rolling, drawing, extrusion, but not further worked into articles; 4) Exclude articles of Chapter 73. Also need to verify subheading structure: 722219 is stainless steel angles, shapes and sections; if bars, classify under 722210 or 722230. 722240 Stainless steel angles, shapes and sections: 722240 and 722219 may be codes for the same commodity under different versions or national subheadings; need to confirm according to national subheading notes. Usually 722240 is hot-rolled angles, 722219 is other. 722220 Stainless steel angles, shapes and sections: 722220 is stainless steel angles, shapes and sections, but may refer to a specific processing state (such as cold-formed). The difference from 722219 lies in the processing method or cross-sectional dimensions. 722230 Other stainless steel bars: 722230 is bars (cross-sections other than circular, rectangular), while 722219 is angles, different cross-sectional shapes. 722211 Stainless steel bars of circular cross-section: 722211 is bars of circular cross-section, angles are L-shaped, shapes are obviously different. 730890 Other iron or steel structural parts: 730890 is iron or steel articles worked into structural parts, such as frames made of angle steel, while 722219 is raw material angles. Is the material stainless steel (chromium ≥10.5%, carbon ≤0.25%)? Is the cross-sectional shape L-shaped angles? Has it been further worked into articles? Is the processing state hot-rolled or cold-drawn? Are articles of Chapter 73 excluded?
Basis
Core criteria for classification: 1) Material must be stainless steel (as defined by HS, alloy steel with carbon content ≤0.25% and chromium ≥10.5%); 2) Shape is angles (L-shaped cross-section), not bars, plates, or wire; 3) Processing state is plastic working such as rolling, drawing, extrusion, but not further worked into articles; 4) Exclude articles of Chapter 73. Also need to verify subheading structure: 722219 is stainless steel angles, shapes and sections; if bars, classify under 722210 or 722230.
Confused Codes：
722240 - Stainless steel angles, shapes and sections
722240 and 722219 may be codes for the same commodity under different versions or national subheadings; need to confirm according to national subheading notes. Usually 722240 is hot-rolled angles, 722219 is other.
722220 - Stainless steel angles, shapes and sections
722220 is stainless steel angles, shapes and sections, but may refer to a specific processing state (such as cold-formed). The difference from 722219 lies in the processing method or cross-sectional dimensions.
722230 - Other stainless steel bars
722230 is bars (cross-sections other than circular, rectangular), while 722219 is angles, different cross-sectional shapes.
722211 - Stainless steel bars of circular cross-section
722211 is bars of circular cross-section, angles are L-shaped, shapes are obviously different.
730890 - Other iron or steel structural parts
730890 is iron or steel articles worked into structural parts, such as frames made of angle steel, while 722219 is raw material angles.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the material stainless steel (chromium ≥10.5%, carbon ≤0.25%)?
✓ Is the cross-sectional shape L-shaped angles?
✓ Has it been further worked into articles?
✓ Is the processing state hot-rolled or cold-drawn?
✓ Are articles of Chapter 73 excluded?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference between stainless steel angles under HS code 722219 and 722240? Both 722219 and 722240 involve stainless steel angles, but the subheading division may be based on processing state or cross-sectional dimensions. Usually 722240 is hot-rolled angles, 722219 is other (such as cold-drawn, cold-formed). Specifics need to be checked in national subheading notes; it is recommended to confirm the latest tariff before declaration. How to fill in the material in the declaration elements for stainless steel angles? The material should be filled in with the specific grade of stainless steel (such as 304, 316) and the content of main components (chromium, nickel, etc.). For example, "Stainless steel 304, chromium 18%, nickel 8%." Avoid writing only "stainless steel," otherwise it may be required to supplement. If stainless steel angles are polished, are they still classified under 722219? Polishing is a surface treatment that does not change the basic characteristics of the angles, so they should still be classified under 722219. However, if after polishing they become specific articles (such as decorative parts), they may be classified under Chapter 73. How to inquire about the tariff rate for 722219? The tariff rate depends on the destination country and country of origin. You can check the Chinese Customs "Import and Export Tariff" or inquire through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window. Note that rates may change; it is recommended to refer to the latest published version. What is the difference in HS codes between stainless steel angles and ordinary angle steel? Ordinary angle steel (non-alloy steel) is classified under 7216, stainless steel angles under 7222. The difference lies in whether the material is stainless steel. Material certification is required for declaration. How to choose HS codes for cross-border e-commerce sales of stainless steel angles? Cross-border e-commerce also needs to classify according to the actual attributes of the goods. Stainless steel angles should be classified under 722219 (or 722240) and declared truthfully. Small parcel exports may be subject to simplified declaration, but the code still needs to be accurate. Does export of goods under 722219 require a license? Generally, export of stainless steel angles does not require a license, but if it involves special supervision (such as dual-use items) or destination country requirements, it needs to be confirmed separately. It is recommended to consult the local customs. How to fill in the specifications and dimensions during declaration? The specifications and dimensions should be filled in with the side width, side thickness, and length of the angles, such as "50mm×50mm×5mm×6000mm." If it is an unequal-leg angle, the widths of both sides need to be indicated separately.
Q: What is the difference between stainless steel angles under HS code 722219 and 722240?
A: Both 722219 and 722240 involve stainless steel angles, but the subheading division may be based on processing state or cross-sectional dimensions. Usually 722240 is hot-rolled angles, 722219 is other (such as cold-drawn, cold-formed). Specifics need to be checked in national subheading notes; it is recommended to confirm the latest tariff before declaration.
Q: How to fill in the material in the declaration elements for stainless steel angles?
A: The material should be filled in with the specific grade of stainless steel (such as 304, 316) and the content of main components (chromium, nickel, etc.). For example, "Stainless steel 304, chromium 18%, nickel 8%." Avoid writing only "stainless steel," otherwise it may be required to supplement.
Q: If stainless steel angles are polished, are they still classified under 722219?
A: Polishing is a surface treatment that does not change the basic characteristics of the angles, so they should still be classified under 722219. However, if after polishing they become specific articles (such as decorative parts), they may be classified under Chapter 73.
Q: How to inquire about the tariff rate for 722219?
A: The tariff rate depends on the destination country and country of origin. You can check the Chinese Customs "Import and Export Tariff" or inquire through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window. Note that rates may change; it is recommended to refer to the latest published version.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between stainless steel angles and ordinary angle steel?
A: Ordinary angle steel (non-alloy steel) is classified under 7216, stainless steel angles under 7222. The difference lies in whether the material is stainless steel. Material certification is required for declaration.
Q: How to choose HS codes for cross-border e-commerce sales of stainless steel angles?
A: Cross-border e-commerce also needs to classify according to the actual attributes of the goods. Stainless steel angles should be classified under 722219 (or 722240) and declared truthfully. Small parcel exports may be subject to simplified declaration, but the code still needs to be accurate.
Q: Does export of goods under 722219 require a license?
A: Generally, export of stainless steel angles does not require a license, but if it involves special supervision (such as dual-use items) or destination country requirements, it needs to be confirmed separately. It is recommended to consult the local customs.
Q: How to fill in the specifications and dimensions during declaration?
A: The specifications and dimensions should be filled in with the side width, side thickness, and length of the angles, such as "50mm×50mm×5mm×6000mm." If it is an unequal-leg angle, the widths of both sides need to be indicated separately.
⚠️ 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.