Chapter 72 covers iron and steel and articles thereof, including pig iron, ferroalloys, direct reduced iron, ferrous waste and scrap, ingots, semi-finished products, flat-rolled products, bars and rods, wire rods, angles, shapes, sections, tubes, etc. This chapter is organized by smelting and processing stages, from raw materials to finished products, and is the most core chapter in the steel trade. Heading 7226 covers flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, but of a width of less than 600 mm (i.e., strip), and not further worked than (hot-rolled, cold-rolled, coated, etc.). It includes narrow strip of alloy steels such as high-speed steel, silicomanganese steel, tool steel, etc., used for manufacturing knives, springs, saw blades, etc. Code 722699 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits '72' represent Chapter 72, iron and steel. Digits 3-4 '26' represent heading 7226, i.e., narrow strip of other alloy steel (width < 600 mm). Digits 5-6 '99' is the subheading, indicating other alloy steel strip not elsewhere specified. Specifically: under heading 7226, it is first subdivided by processing state (hot-rolled, cold-rolled) and alloy type, and 722699 is a residual subheading covering alloy steel strip not specified in other subheadings. The goods are alloy steel strip, of a width of less than 600 mm, and do not fall under subheadings specifically named under 7226 (such as high-speed steel, silicomanganese steel, etc.), so they are classified under 722699. If the width is ≥ 600 mm, they should be classified under 7225; if they are bars and rods of other alloy steel, they should be classified under 7228; if they are stainless steel strip, they should be classified under 7220.
Chapter
Chapter 72 covers iron and steel and articles thereof, including pig iron, ferroalloys, direct reduced iron, ferrous waste and scrap, ingots, semi-finished products, flat-rolled products, bars and rods, wire rods, angles, shapes, sections, tubes, etc. This chapter is organized by smelting and processing stages, from raw materials to finished products, and is the most core chapter in the steel trade.
Heading
Heading 7226 covers flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, but of a width of less than 600 mm (i.e., strip), and not further worked than (hot-rolled, cold-rolled, coated, etc.). It includes narrow strip of alloy steels such as high-speed steel, silicomanganese steel, tool steel, etc., used for manufacturing knives, springs, saw blades, etc.
Digit Breakdown
Code 722699 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits '72' represent Chapter 72, iron and steel. Digits 3-4 '26' represent heading 7226, i.e., narrow strip of other alloy steel (width < 600 mm). Digits 5-6 '99' is the subheading, indicating other alloy steel strip not elsewhere specified. Specifically: under heading 7226, it is first subdivided by processing state (hot-rolled, cold-rolled) and alloy type, and 722699 is a residual subheading covering alloy steel strip not specified in other subheadings.
Classification Basis
The goods are alloy steel strip, of a width of less than 600 mm, and do not fall under subheadings specifically named under 7226 (such as high-speed steel, silicomanganese steel, etc.), so they are classified under 722699. If the width is ≥ 600 mm, they should be classified under 7225; if they are bars and rods of other alloy steel, they should be classified under 7228; if they are stainless steel strip, they should be classified under 7220.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The standard name of the declared commodity, which should include key information such as material, shape, and use, e.g., 'alloy steel strip'. Material: The specific alloy steel grade or chemical composition, such as 'high-speed steel', 'silicomanganese steel', or described by composition. Shape: Strip (coiled or flat), with width and thickness required. Dimensions: Thickness and width; the width must be less than 600 mm, and the thickness is usually less than 4.75 mm (but not absolute). Processing state: Such as hot-rolled, cold-rolled, coated, etc., which affects subheading classification. Use: Main use, such as manufacturing knives, springs, saw blades, etc. Brand: Manufacturer or brand name; if no brand, fill in 'none'. Specification and model: Specific model or specification, such as 'X32CrMoV33'. Product name: alloy steel strip; Material: high-speed steel (W6Mo5Cr4V2); Shape: coiled strip; Dimensions: thickness 1.2 mm, width 300 mm; Processing state: cold-rolled; Use: manufacturing saw blades; Brand: none; Specification and model: M2. Incorrect declaration of width: mistakenly declaring alloy steel plate with width ≥ 600 mm as strip, which should be classified under 7225. Unclear material description: failing to provide specific alloy composition, making it impossible to determine whether it falls under other subheadings under 7226. Omission of processing state: failing to indicate whether coated or further worked, affecting subheading classification.
Product name
The standard name of the declared commodity, which should include key information such as material, shape, and use, e.g., 'alloy steel strip'.
⚠️ Writing only 'steel strip' or 'alloy steel' without specifying shape and material.
Material
The specific alloy steel grade or chemical composition, such as 'high-speed steel', 'silicomanganese steel', or described by composition.
⚠️ Writing only 'alloy steel' without providing the content of specific alloying elements.
Shape
Strip (coiled or flat), with width and thickness required.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring strip as plate or bars and rods.
Dimensions
Thickness and width; the width must be less than 600 mm, and the thickness is usually less than 4.75 mm (but not absolute).
⚠️ Incorrect declaration of width, leading to classification under 7225.
Processing state
Such as hot-rolled, cold-rolled, coated, etc., which affects subheading classification.
⚠️ Failing to indicate whether coated or further worked.
Use
Main use, such as manufacturing knives, springs, saw blades, etc.
⚠️ Use description is too general, such as 'industrial use'.
Brand
Manufacturer or brand name; if no brand, fill in 'none'.
⚠️ Confusing brand with manufacturer.
Specification and model
Specific model or specification, such as 'X32CrMoV33'.
Incorrect declaration of width: mistakenly declaring alloy steel plate with width ≥ 600 mm as strip, which should be classified under 7225.
Unclear material description: failing to provide specific alloy composition, making it impossible to determine whether it falls under other subheadings under 7226.
Omission of processing state: failing to indicate whether coated or further worked, affecting subheading classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core criteria for classification: 1. The material is alloy steel (not stainless steel); 2. The shape is flat-rolled product (strip), width less than 600 mm; 3. Processing state (hot-rolled, cold-rolled, coated, etc.); 4. It does not fall under subheadings specifically named under 7226 (such as high-speed steel, silicomanganese steel, etc.). Only when all the above conditions are met is it classified under 722699. 7225 Flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more: Width is the core difference: 7225 is wide plate, width ≥ 600 mm; 7226 is narrow strip, width < 600 mm. 7220 Stainless steel strip: Different material: 7220 is stainless steel (containing 10.5% or more of chromium), 7226 is other alloy steel (not stainless steel). 7228 Bars and rods of other alloy steel: Different shape: 7228 is bars and rods (including wire rods), solid and not flat-rolled; 7226 is flat-rolled product (strip). 7227 Wire rods of other alloy steel: Wire rods are hot-rolled irregularly coiled solid bars and rods, while strip is flat-rolled product. 7229 Wire of other alloy steel: Wire is a cold-drawn product with a circular or other special-shaped cross-section, not a flat-rolled product. Is the material alloy steel (not stainless steel)? Is it a flat-rolled product (strip)? Is the width less than 600 mm? Does it not fall under subheadings specifically named under 7226? Is the processing state clear (hot-rolled, cold-rolled, coated, etc.)?
Basis
Core criteria for classification: 1. The material is alloy steel (not stainless steel); 2. The shape is flat-rolled product (strip), width less than 600 mm; 3. Processing state (hot-rolled, cold-rolled, coated, etc.); 4. It does not fall under subheadings specifically named under 7226 (such as high-speed steel, silicomanganese steel, etc.). Only when all the above conditions are met is it classified under 722699.
Confused Codes：
7225 - Flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more
Width is the core difference: 7225 is wide plate, width ≥ 600 mm; 7226 is narrow strip, width < 600 mm.
7220 - Stainless steel strip
Different material: 7220 is stainless steel (containing 10.5% or more of chromium), 7226 is other alloy steel (not stainless steel).
7228 - Bars and rods of other alloy steel
Different shape: 7228 is bars and rods (including wire rods), solid and not flat-rolled; 7226 is flat-rolled product (strip).
7227 - Wire rods of other alloy steel
Wire rods are hot-rolled irregularly coiled solid bars and rods, while strip is flat-rolled product.
7229 - Wire of other alloy steel
Wire is a cold-drawn product with a circular or other special-shaped cross-section, not a flat-rolled product.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the material alloy steel (not stainless steel)?
✓ Is it a flat-rolled product (strip)?
✓ Is the width less than 600 mm?
✓ Does it not fall under subheadings specifically named under 7226?
✓ Is the processing state clear (hot-rolled, cold-rolled, coated, etc.)?
❓ FAQ
How is the width of alloy steel strip under HS code 722699 measured? The width should be the dimension perpendicular to the rolling direction, i.e., the width of the strip. When measuring, it should be measured at room temperature with a calibrated measuring tool, accurate to 0.1 mm. If the strip has edges, the actual width should be measured. Note: only strip with a width of less than 600 mm is classified under 7226; otherwise, it is classified under 7225. After alloy steel strip is coated, is it still classified under 722699? If the coating is further working of other alloy steel strip and does not change its essential character, it is usually still classified under heading 7226. However, if the coating is another metal (such as galvanizing or tin plating), it may be classified under the corresponding subheading under 7226 (such as 7226.91, etc.). The specific classification depends on the type of coating and processing state. How to distinguish 722699 from 722692? 722692 is 'strip of other alloy steel, only cold-rolled, width < 600 mm', while 722699 is 'other'. If the strip is cold-rolled and not named in other subheadings, it should first be classified under 722692. Only when it does not meet 722692 or other specific subheadings is it classified under 722699. In the declaration elements for alloy steel strip, how should the material be filled in? The material should be filled in with the specific alloy steel grade or chemical composition, such as 'high-speed steel W6Mo5Cr4V2' or 'silicomanganese steel'. If it is other alloy steel, the content of main alloying elements (such as chromium, molybdenum, vanadium, etc.) should be indicated. Avoid writing only 'alloy steel'. If alloy steel strip is used to manufacture knives, are there special provisions for classification? Classification does not depend on the final use, but on the state of the commodity itself. Even if used to manufacture knives, as long as it meets the conditions of 7226, it is still classified under 7226. However, if it has been made into knives, it is classified under Chapter 82. What is the export tax rebate rate for HS code 722699? The export tax rebate rate is adjusted with national policies and is not fixed. It is recommended to check the latest rebate rate through the official website of the State Taxation Administration or the General Administration of Customs. Usually, it can be queried by commodity code in the 'Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China' or the 'Export Tax Rebate Query System'. Does the packaging method of alloy steel strip affect classification? The packaging method usually does not affect classification, unless the packaging changes the essential character of the commodity. For example, coiled or flat form does not affect classification, but if cut to length and further worked, it may change the classification. How to query the regulatory conditions for 722699? Regulatory conditions can be queried through the 'Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China' or the 'General Administration of Customs portal website'. Enter HS code 722699 to view the regulatory document codes (such as A, B, etc.) and corresponding requirements. Common regulatory conditions include automatic import license, export license, etc.
Q: How is the width of alloy steel strip under HS code 722699 measured?
A: The width should be the dimension perpendicular to the rolling direction, i.e., the width of the strip. When measuring, it should be measured at room temperature with a calibrated measuring tool, accurate to 0.1 mm. If the strip has edges, the actual width should be measured. Note: only strip with a width of less than 600 mm is classified under 7226; otherwise, it is classified under 7225.
Q: After alloy steel strip is coated, is it still classified under 722699?
A: If the coating is further working of other alloy steel strip and does not change its essential character, it is usually still classified under heading 7226. However, if the coating is another metal (such as galvanizing or tin plating), it may be classified under the corresponding subheading under 7226 (such as 7226.91, etc.). The specific classification depends on the type of coating and processing state.
Q: How to distinguish 722699 from 722692?
A: 722692 is 'strip of other alloy steel, only cold-rolled, width < 600 mm', while 722699 is 'other'. If the strip is cold-rolled and not named in other subheadings, it should first be classified under 722692. Only when it does not meet 722692 or other specific subheadings is it classified under 722699.
Q: In the declaration elements for alloy steel strip, how should the material be filled in?
A: The material should be filled in with the specific alloy steel grade or chemical composition, such as 'high-speed steel W6Mo5Cr4V2' or 'silicomanganese steel'. If it is other alloy steel, the content of main alloying elements (such as chromium, molybdenum, vanadium, etc.) should be indicated. Avoid writing only 'alloy steel'.
Q: If alloy steel strip is used to manufacture knives, are there special provisions for classification?
A: Classification does not depend on the final use, but on the state of the commodity itself. Even if used to manufacture knives, as long as it meets the conditions of 7226, it is still classified under 7226. However, if it has been made into knives, it is classified under Chapter 82.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for HS code 722699?
A: The export tax rebate rate is adjusted with national policies and is not fixed. It is recommended to check the latest rebate rate through the official website of the State Taxation Administration or the General Administration of Customs. Usually, it can be queried by commodity code in the 'Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China' or the 'Export Tax Rebate Query System'.
Q: Does the packaging method of alloy steel strip affect classification?
A: The packaging method usually does not affect classification, unless the packaging changes the essential character of the commodity. For example, coiled or flat form does not affect classification, but if cut to length and further worked, it may change the classification.
Q: How to query the regulatory conditions for 722699?
A: Regulatory conditions can be queried through the 'Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China' or the 'General Administration of Customs portal website'. Enter HS code 722699 to view the regulatory document codes (such as A, B, etc.) and corresponding requirements. Common regulatory conditions include automatic import license, export license, etc.
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