Chapter 72 covers iron and steel smelting and primary iron and steel products, including pig iron, ferroalloys, scrap, ingots, semi-finished products (such as billets and slabs), as well as hot-rolled or cold-rolled flat-rolled products, bars, angles, sections, etc. However, further processing (such as coating, drawing, cold forming) or specific alloy steel products may be classified under other chapters. This chapter is a core chapter in the steel trade, involving major global industrial raw materials. Heading 7228 covers bars, rods, angles, shapes and sections of other alloy steel, as well as hollow drill steel. Specifically, it includes: hot-rolled, forged, extruded or cold-formed alloy steel bars and rods (excluding those further processed after cold forming); alloy steel angles and sections; and hollow drill steel. Note that it does not include: flat-rolled products of alloy steel (classified under 7225-7226), wire of alloy steel (classified under 7229), or specific products of high-speed steel or silico-manganese steel. First 2 digits 72: Chapter 72, representing iron and steel. Digits 3-4: 28: Heading 7228, indicating bars, rods, angles, shapes, sections and hollow drill steel of other alloy steel. Digits 5-6: 10: Subheading 722810, specifically referring to bars of alloy steel. Note: 722810 only covers bars, not rods, angles, sections, etc. Bars generally refer to solid products with circular, square, rectangular, etc. cross-sections after hot rolling, forging or extrusion, and not in coils. If in coils, they may be classified under 7227 (bars of alloy steel, irregularly wound coils). This commodity is a high-speed steel bar (if under 722810), because it meets the criteria of 'bars of other alloy steel' and is high-speed steel, so it is classified under this subheading. If it were bars of other alloy steel (not high-speed steel), it would be classified under 722830, etc. If in coils, it would be classified under 7227.
Chapter
Chapter 72 covers iron and steel smelting and primary iron and steel products, including pig iron, ferroalloys, scrap, ingots, semi-finished products (such as billets and slabs), as well as hot-rolled or cold-rolled flat-rolled products, bars, angles, sections, etc. However, further processing (such as coating, drawing, cold forming) or specific alloy steel products may be classified under other chapters. This chapter is a core chapter in the steel trade, involving major global industrial raw materials.
Heading
Heading 7228 covers bars, rods, angles, shapes and sections of other alloy steel, as well as hollow drill steel. Specifically, it includes: hot-rolled, forged, extruded or cold-formed alloy steel bars and rods (excluding those further processed after cold forming); alloy steel angles and sections; and hollow drill steel. Note that it does not include: flat-rolled products of alloy steel (classified under 7225-7226), wire of alloy steel (classified under 7229), or specific products of high-speed steel or silico-manganese steel.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 72: Chapter 72, representing iron and steel. Digits 3-4: 28: Heading 7228, indicating bars, rods, angles, shapes, sections and hollow drill steel of other alloy steel. Digits 5-6: 10: Subheading 722810, specifically referring to bars of alloy steel. Note: 722810 only covers bars, not rods, angles, sections, etc. Bars generally refer to solid products with circular, square, rectangular, etc. cross-sections after hot rolling, forging or extrusion, and not in coils. If in coils, they may be classified under 7227 (bars of alloy steel, irregularly wound coils).
Classification Basis
This commodity is a high-speed steel bar (if under 722810), because it meets the criteria of 'bars of other alloy steel' and is high-speed steel, so it is classified under this subheading. If it were bars of other alloy steel (not high-speed steel), it would be classified under 722830, etc. If in coils, it would be classified under 7227.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity, which should be specific to material and shape, such as 'high-speed steel bars'. Material: Fill in the specific alloy steel grade or chemical composition, such as W6Mo5Cr4V2 (high-speed steel). Shape: Declare the cross-sectional shape (circular, square, etc.) and whether it is a solid bar. Processing Method: State whether it is hot-rolled, forged, extruded or cold-formed (such as cold drawn). Specifications and Dimensions: Declare diameter, side length or cross-sectional dimensions, as well as length. Grade: Fill in the specific standard grade, such as ASTM M2, DIN 1.3343. Use: Explain the main use, such as manufacturing cutting tools, molds, etc. Product Name: High-speed steel bars; Material: W6Mo5Cr4V2; Shape: circular solid; Processing Method: hot-rolled; Specifications: diameter 50mm, length 3000mm; Grade: M2; Use: manufacturing cutting tools. Mistakenly classifying coiled high-speed steel bars under 722810, when they should actually be classified under 7227 (bars of alloy steel, irregularly wound coils). Failure to distinguish high-speed steel from other alloy steel, leading to incorrect subheading (other alloy steel bars are classified under 722830, etc.). Further processing after cold forming (such as grinding) may change the classification, and it is necessary to verify whether it still falls under 7228.
Product Name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity, which should be specific to material and shape, such as 'high-speed steel bars'.
⚠️ Only writing 'alloy steel bars' without distinguishing high-speed steel or other alloy steel.
Material
Fill in the specific alloy steel grade or chemical composition, such as W6Mo5Cr4V2 (high-speed steel).
⚠️ Vaguely writing 'alloy steel' without providing grade or composition.
Shape
Declare the cross-sectional shape (circular, square, etc.) and whether it is a solid bar.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring coiled bars as straight bars.
Processing Method
State whether it is hot-rolled, forged, extruded or cold-formed (such as cold drawn).
⚠️ Not indicating the processing method, leading to classification errors.
Specifications and Dimensions
Declare diameter, side length or cross-sectional dimensions, as well as length.
⚠️ Only providing length without providing cross-sectional dimensions.
Grade
Fill in the specific standard grade, such as ASTM M2, DIN 1.3343.
⚠️ Incorrect grade entry or use of non-standard designations.
Use
Explain the main use, such as manufacturing cutting tools, molds, etc.
⚠️ Use description is too broad, such as 'industrial use'.
Mistakenly classifying coiled high-speed steel bars under 722810, when they should actually be classified under 7227 (bars of alloy steel, irregularly wound coils).
Failure to distinguish high-speed steel from other alloy steel, leading to incorrect subheading (other alloy steel bars are classified under 722830, etc.).
Further processing after cold forming (such as grinding) may change the classification, and it is necessary to verify whether it still falls under 7228.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1) The material must be alloy steel and meet the definition of high-speed steel (containing tungsten, molybdenum, vanadium, etc., with high hardness); 2) The shape is solid bars, not coiled, not flat, not wire; 3) The processing method is hot-rolled, forged, extruded or cold-formed (but not further processed); 4) The cross-sectional shape is not limited. If in coils, it is classified under 7227; if it is hollow drill steel, it is classified under 7228 but under a different subheading; if it is stainless steel, it is classified under 7222. 7227 Bars of alloy steel, irregularly wound coils: 7227 is for coiled (wire rod), while 722810 is for straight or cut-to-length bars. 722830 Other bars of alloy steel (not high-speed steel): 722830 covers bars of other alloy steel except high-speed steel and silico-manganese steel, such as chrome-molybdenum steel. 722860 Other bars of alloy steel (further processed): 722860 includes bars further processed after cold forming (such as grinding, coating), while 722810 is limited to preliminary processing. 7222 Bars of stainless steel: Stainless steel is classified under 7222, alloy steel (not stainless) under 7228. 7229 Wire of alloy steel: 7229 is wire (coiled, smaller diameter), 722810 is bars (usually larger diameter). Is the material high-speed steel? Is it a solid straight bar? Is the processing method only hot rolling/forging/cold forming? Is it not coiled? Are the cross-sectional dimensions within the range for bars?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1) The material must be alloy steel and meet the definition of high-speed steel (containing tungsten, molybdenum, vanadium, etc., with high hardness); 2) The shape is solid bars, not coiled, not flat, not wire; 3) The processing method is hot-rolled, forged, extruded or cold-formed (but not further processed); 4) The cross-sectional shape is not limited. If in coils, it is classified under 7227; if it is hollow drill steel, it is classified under 7228 but under a different subheading; if it is stainless steel, it is classified under 7222.
Confused Codes：
7227 - Bars of alloy steel, irregularly wound coils
7227 is for coiled (wire rod), while 722810 is for straight or cut-to-length bars.
722830 - Other bars of alloy steel (not high-speed steel)
722830 covers bars of other alloy steel except high-speed steel and silico-manganese steel, such as chrome-molybdenum steel.
722860 - Other bars of alloy steel (further processed)
722860 includes bars further processed after cold forming (such as grinding, coating), while 722810 is limited to preliminary processing.
7222 - Bars of stainless steel
Stainless steel is classified under 7222, alloy steel (not stainless) under 7228.
7229 - Wire of alloy steel
7229 is wire (coiled, smaller diameter), 722810 is bars (usually larger diameter).
Self-Check：
✓ Is the material high-speed steel?
✓ Is it a solid straight bar?
✓ Is the processing method only hot rolling/forging/cold forming?
✓ Is it not coiled?
✓ Are the cross-sectional dimensions within the range for bars?
❓ FAQ
What does HS code 722810 specifically refer to? 722810 is a subheading under 'Other bars of alloy steel' in the HS code, specifically referring to bars of high-speed steel. High-speed steel is an alloy steel containing tungsten, molybdenum, vanadium, etc., with high hardness and wear resistance, commonly used in manufacturing cutting tools. How to distinguish between 722810 and 722830? 722810 specifically refers to bars of high-speed steel, while 722830 covers bars of other alloy steel (such as chrome-molybdenum steel, nickel-chromium steel, etc.). The key difference is the material: high-speed steel must meet specific composition standards, such as higher tungsten content. Which code should coiled high-speed steel bars be classified under? Coiled high-speed steel bars should be classified under 7227 (bars of alloy steel, irregularly wound coils), not 722810. 722810 only applies to straight or cut-to-length bars. What key elements are required when declaring 722810? Product name, material (specific grade), shape, processing method, specifications and dimensions, grade, and use are required. Among these, material and grade are key to determining high-speed steel. Can cold-drawn high-speed steel bars be classified under 722810? If not further processed after cold drawing (such as grinding, coating), they can still be classified under 722810. However, if they are ground or otherwise processed after cold drawing, they may be classified under 722860. How to check the import tariff rate for 722810? The tariff rate depends on the country of origin, trade agreements, etc. You can check the latest rates in the China Customs 'Import and Export Tariff' or through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window. What are the consequences of mistakenly declaring 722810 as 722830? It may lead to classification errors, affecting the application of tariffs, regulatory conditions (such as licenses), and even customs penalties. It is recommended to declare truthfully and apply for advance classification if necessary. What are the common uses of high-speed steel bars? Mainly used for manufacturing cutting tools (drills, milling cutters, turning tools), molds, wear-resistant parts, etc. Does use affect classification? Usually not, but it must be declared truthfully.
Q: What does HS code 722810 specifically refer to?
A: 722810 is a subheading under 'Other bars of alloy steel' in the HS code, specifically referring to bars of high-speed steel. High-speed steel is an alloy steel containing tungsten, molybdenum, vanadium, etc., with high hardness and wear resistance, commonly used in manufacturing cutting tools.
Q: How to distinguish between 722810 and 722830?
A: 722810 specifically refers to bars of high-speed steel, while 722830 covers bars of other alloy steel (such as chrome-molybdenum steel, nickel-chromium steel, etc.). The key difference is the material: high-speed steel must meet specific composition standards, such as higher tungsten content.
Q: Which code should coiled high-speed steel bars be classified under?
A: Coiled high-speed steel bars should be classified under 7227 (bars of alloy steel, irregularly wound coils), not 722810. 722810 only applies to straight or cut-to-length bars.
Q: What key elements are required when declaring 722810?
A: Product name, material (specific grade), shape, processing method, specifications and dimensions, grade, and use are required. Among these, material and grade are key to determining high-speed steel.
Q: Can cold-drawn high-speed steel bars be classified under 722810?
A: If not further processed after cold drawing (such as grinding, coating), they can still be classified under 722810. However, if they are ground or otherwise processed after cold drawing, they may be classified under 722860.
Q: How to check the import tariff rate for 722810?
A: The tariff rate depends on the country of origin, trade agreements, etc. You can check the latest rates in the China Customs 'Import and Export Tariff' or through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window.
Q: What are the consequences of mistakenly declaring 722810 as 722830?
A: It may lead to classification errors, affecting the application of tariffs, regulatory conditions (such as licenses), and even customs penalties. It is recommended to declare truthfully and apply for advance classification if necessary.
Q: What are the common uses of high-speed steel bars?
A: Mainly used for manufacturing cutting tools (drills, milling cutters, turning tools), molds, wear-resistant parts, etc. Does use affect classification? Usually not, but it must be declared truthfully.
⚠️ 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.