Chapter 73 covers articles of iron or steel, but excludes raw materials for iron and steel smelting (such as pig iron and ferroalloys) and primary semi-finished products (such as steel ingots and steel billets). This chapter includes a wide range of finished iron and steel products such as tubes, hollow profiles, wire, cables, nails, bolts, springs, chains, tableware, and sanitary ware. The core characteristic is that these goods already have a specific shape or function and can be directly used in industry, construction, or consumer sectors, rather than being intermediate products requiring further rolling or smelting. Heading 7326 covers other articles of iron or steel, i.e., articles of iron or steel not more specifically named in other headings (such as 7320 springs, 7318 screws, 7321 stoves, etc.). It includes products that are forged, stamped, welded, or cold-formed, such as wire articles, metal mesh, grilles, chains (non-transmission), agricultural implements, tools, etc. This heading is a residual heading, and more specifically named headings shall take precedence. Code 732620 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "73" represent Chapter 73 (articles of iron or steel). Digits 3-4 "26" represent heading 7326 (other articles of iron or steel). Digits 5-6 "20" represent subheading 7326.20, specifically "articles of iron or steel wire". There is no further subdivision under this subheading; all products made from steel wire (whether or not galvanized or plastic-coated) by bending, weaving, welding, or other processing, as long as they are not more specifically named in other subheadings, are classified under this code. Note: If the steel wire itself is in coil or straight form, it should be classified under Chapter 72 (e.g., 7217). The goods are made of steel wire and do not fall under other more specific subheadings (such as 7326.11 grinding balls, 7326.19 other grinding articles). Unlike 7314 (cloth, grill, netting of iron or steel wire), 7326.20 covers articles of steel wire such as wire rope, wire rings, wire brushes, wire springs (non-coil springs), etc., but does not include woven mesh (classified under 7314). The difference from 7320 (springs) is that articles under 7326.20 do not have elastic function or are not spring-type articles.
Chapter
Chapter 73 covers articles of iron or steel, but excludes raw materials for iron and steel smelting (such as pig iron and ferroalloys) and primary semi-finished products (such as steel ingots and steel billets). This chapter includes a wide range of finished iron and steel products such as tubes, hollow profiles, wire, cables, nails, bolts, springs, chains, tableware, and sanitary ware. The core characteristic is that these goods already have a specific shape or function and can be directly used in industry, construction, or consumer sectors, rather than being intermediate products requiring further rolling or smelting.
Heading
Heading 7326 covers other articles of iron or steel, i.e., articles of iron or steel not more specifically named in other headings (such as 7320 springs, 7318 screws, 7321 stoves, etc.). It includes products that are forged, stamped, welded, or cold-formed, such as wire articles, metal mesh, grilles, chains (non-transmission), agricultural implements, tools, etc. This heading is a residual heading, and more specifically named headings shall take precedence.
Digit Breakdown
Code 732620 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "73" represent Chapter 73 (articles of iron or steel). Digits 3-4 "26" represent heading 7326 (other articles of iron or steel). Digits 5-6 "20" represent subheading 7326.20, specifically "articles of iron or steel wire". There is no further subdivision under this subheading; all products made from steel wire (whether or not galvanized or plastic-coated) by bending, weaving, welding, or other processing, as long as they are not more specifically named in other subheadings, are classified under this code. Note: If the steel wire itself is in coil or straight form, it should be classified under Chapter 72 (e.g., 7217).
Classification Basis
The goods are made of steel wire and do not fall under other more specific subheadings (such as 7326.11 grinding balls, 7326.19 other grinding articles). Unlike 7314 (cloth, grill, netting of iron or steel wire), 7326.20 covers articles of steel wire such as wire rope, wire rings, wire brushes, wire springs (non-coil springs), etc., but does not include woven mesh (classified under 7314). The difference from 7320 (springs) is that articles under 7326.20 do not have elastic function or are not spring-type articles.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The standard name of the declared commodity, which should accurately reflect the material and use, such as "galvanized steel wire rope", "steel wire clothes hanger", etc. Material: Specify the material of the steel wire, such as low carbon steel, high carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, etc., and whether it has a coating (galvanized, copper-plated, etc.). Specifications and Dimensions: Declare the diameter, length, width, and other dimensions of the steel wire, as well as the overall dimensions of the article, such as wire rope diameter and clothes hanger length. Processing Technique: Describe the processing method, such as weaving, welding, bending, stamping, stranding, etc., and whether surface treatment has been applied. Use: Explain the final use of the article, such as for construction, furniture, packaging, agriculture, etc. Brand: Declare the brand of the commodity (if any); if no brand, fill in "none". Model: Declare the model or item number of the commodity for easy identification. Product Name: Galvanized steel wire rope; Material: Low carbon steel, galvanized; Specifications: Diameter 6mm, length 100m; Processing Technique: Multi-strand steel wire stranding; Use: Lifting and hoisting; Brand: None; Model: 6x19+FC.
(Note: This commodity is made by stranding steel wires, not woven, and meets the definition of 7326.20 articles of steel wire.) Incorrectly classifying steel wire rope under 7312 (stranded wire, ropes, cables), but 7312 is the steel wire rope itself; if it has been made into a specific article such as rigging, it should be classified under 7326. Classifying steel wire woven mesh under 7326.20, when it should actually be classified under 7314.20 (woven mesh of steel wire). Ignoring material distinctions; stainless steel wire articles may be classified under 7326.20, but if they are stainless steel wire mesh, they are classified under 7314.14.
Product Name
The standard name of the declared commodity, which should accurately reflect the material and use, such as "galvanized steel wire rope", "steel wire clothes hanger", etc.
⚠️ Declaring generically as "steel wire articles" without specifying the specific type and use.
Material
Specify the material of the steel wire, such as low carbon steel, high carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, etc., and whether it has a coating (galvanized, copper-plated, etc.).
⚠️ Writing only "steel" without distinguishing carbon steel from stainless steel, which affects classification.
Specifications and Dimensions
Declare the diameter, length, width, and other dimensions of the steel wire, as well as the overall dimensions of the article, such as wire rope diameter and clothes hanger length.
⚠️ Omitting diameter or length, making it impossible to determine whether it qualifies as an article.
Processing Technique
Describe the processing method, such as weaving, welding, bending, stamping, stranding, etc., and whether surface treatment has been applied.
⚠️ Failing to state whether it is woven, leading to incorrect classification under 7314.
Use
Explain the final use of the article, such as for construction, furniture, packaging, agriculture, etc.
⚠️ Use description is too broad, such as "industrial use", lacking specificity.
Brand
Declare the brand of the commodity (if any); if no brand, fill in "none".
⚠️ Ignoring the brand, leading to intellectual property issues.
Model
Declare the model or item number of the commodity for easy identification.
⚠️ Model number is incomplete or inconsistent with the actual product.
Example： Product Name: Galvanized steel wire rope; Material: Low carbon steel, galvanized; Specifications: Diameter 6mm, length 100m; Processing Technique: Multi-strand steel wire stranding; Use: Lifting and hoisting; Brand: None; Model: 6x19+FC.
(Note: This commodity is made by stranding steel wires, not woven, and meets the definition of 7326.20 articles of steel wire.)
Common Mistakes：
Incorrectly classifying steel wire rope under 7312 (stranded wire, ropes, cables), but 7312 is the steel wire rope itself; if it has been made into a specific article such as rigging, it should be classified under 7326.
Classifying steel wire woven mesh under 7326.20, when it should actually be classified under 7314.20 (woven mesh of steel wire).
Ignoring material distinctions; stainless steel wire articles may be classified under 7326.20, but if they are stainless steel wire mesh, they are classified under 7314.14.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: Whether the commodity is an article of steel wire and is not more specifically named in other headings. First, determine whether the material is steel wire (Chapter 72 product); second, determine whether the processing method goes beyond simple bending or stranding and whether it constitutes an article not named in other headings of 7326. If it is a spring, classify under 7320; if it is woven mesh, classify under 7314; if it is a nail, screw, etc., classify under 7317 or 7318. 7326.20 is a residual subheading applicable to non-woven, non-spring articles of steel wire, such as wire rope, wire rings, wire brushes, clothes hangers, etc. 7312 Stranded wire, ropes, cables: 7312 is the steel wire rope itself, made by stranding multiple strands of steel wire, not further processed into articles; 7326.20 covers articles made from steel wire rope such as rigging and rope loops. 7314 Cloth, grill, netting of iron or steel wire: 7314 covers woven or welded mesh and grilles with a mesh structure; 7326.20 covers other steel wire articles such as wire rope and wire brushes, which are not mesh-type. 7320 Springs and leaves for springs, of iron or steel: 7320 covers springs with elastic function; 7326.20 covers other steel wire articles such as wire rings and wire brushes, which do not have spring function. 7325 Other cast articles of iron or steel: 7325 covers cast articles; 7326.20 covers articles processed from steel wire, with different processing methods. 7217 Wire of iron or non-alloy steel: 7217 is the steel wire itself (coil or straight form), not further processed; 7326.20 covers articles made from steel wire. Is it made of steel wire? Has it undergone bending, stranding, welding, or other processing? Does it belong to 7314 woven mesh? Does it belong to 7320 springs? Is it more specifically named in other headings?
Basis
Core basis for classification: Whether the commodity is an article of steel wire and is not more specifically named in other headings. First, determine whether the material is steel wire (Chapter 72 product); second, determine whether the processing method goes beyond simple bending or stranding and whether it constitutes an article not named in other headings of 7326. If it is a spring, classify under 7320; if it is woven mesh, classify under 7314; if it is a nail, screw, etc., classify under 7317 or 7318. 7326.20 is a residual subheading applicable to non-woven, non-spring articles of steel wire, such as wire rope, wire rings, wire brushes, clothes hangers, etc.
Confused Codes：
7312 - Stranded wire, ropes, cables
7312 is the steel wire rope itself, made by stranding multiple strands of steel wire, not further processed into articles; 7326.20 covers articles made from steel wire rope such as rigging and rope loops.
7314 - Cloth, grill, netting of iron or steel wire
7314 covers woven or welded mesh and grilles with a mesh structure; 7326.20 covers other steel wire articles such as wire rope and wire brushes, which are not mesh-type.
7320 - Springs and leaves for springs, of iron or steel
7320 covers springs with elastic function; 7326.20 covers other steel wire articles such as wire rings and wire brushes, which do not have spring function.
7325 - Other cast articles of iron or steel
7325 covers cast articles; 7326.20 covers articles processed from steel wire, with different processing methods.
7217 - Wire of iron or non-alloy steel
7217 is the steel wire itself (coil or straight form), not further processed; 7326.20 covers articles made from steel wire.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it made of steel wire?
✓ Has it undergone bending, stranding, welding, or other processing?
✓ Does it belong to 7314 woven mesh?
✓ Does it belong to 7320 springs?
✓ Is it more specifically named in other headings?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference between 7326.20 and 7312.10? 7326.20 covers articles of steel wire, such as rigging made from steel wire rope; 7312.10 is the steel wire rope itself, made by stranding multiple strands of steel wire, not further processed. If the steel wire rope has been cut, fitted with rings, or made into specific lengths, it is usually classified under 7326.20. How to determine whether a steel wire article is classified under 7326.20? First confirm the material is steel wire; second confirm it is not named in headings 7314, 7320, etc. If it is woven mesh, classify under 7314; if it is a spring, classify under 7320; if it is another article such as a wire brush or clothes hanger, classify under 7326.20. What is the difference in classification between steel wire rope and steel wire rope articles? Steel wire rope itself is classified under 7312; if it has been made into articles for specific uses (such as slings or rope loops), it is classified under 7326.20. The key is whether it has been further processed into an article. Are stainless steel wire articles also classified under 7326.20? Yes, as long as they are articles made of stainless steel wire and are not named in other headings, they are classified under 7326.20. However, if they are stainless steel wire mesh, they are classified under 7314.14. Among the declaration elements for 7326.20, which is most prone to error? The most error-prone elements are processing technique and use. The processing technique should clearly state whether it is stranding, weaving, etc., and the use should be specific, avoiding broad descriptions. Incorrect descriptions may lead to classification errors. If a steel wire article is used for automobiles, is it classified under 7326.20? Not necessarily. If it is a part specifically for automobiles, it may be classified under Chapter 87. 7326.20 applies to general-purpose steel wire articles; if the article is specifically for automobiles and is named in other headings, Chapter 87 shall take precedence. How to check the import tariff rate for 7326.20? You can check through the General Administration of Customs official website, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party query platforms by entering HS code 732620, selecting the country of origin and trade mode to query the latest tariff rate. Note that tariff rates are subject to change; the official rate shall prevail.
Q: What is the difference between 7326.20 and 7312.10?
A: 7326.20 covers articles of steel wire, such as rigging made from steel wire rope; 7312.10 is the steel wire rope itself, made by stranding multiple strands of steel wire, not further processed. If the steel wire rope has been cut, fitted with rings, or made into specific lengths, it is usually classified under 7326.20.
Q: How to determine whether a steel wire article is classified under 7326.20?
A: First confirm the material is steel wire; second confirm it is not named in headings 7314, 7320, etc. If it is woven mesh, classify under 7314; if it is a spring, classify under 7320; if it is another article such as a wire brush or clothes hanger, classify under 7326.20.
Q: What is the difference in classification between steel wire rope and steel wire rope articles?
A: Steel wire rope itself is classified under 7312; if it has been made into articles for specific uses (such as slings or rope loops), it is classified under 7326.20. The key is whether it has been further processed into an article.
Q: Are stainless steel wire articles also classified under 7326.20?
A: Yes, as long as they are articles made of stainless steel wire and are not named in other headings, they are classified under 7326.20. However, if they are stainless steel wire mesh, they are classified under 7314.14.
Q: Among the declaration elements for 7326.20, which is most prone to error?
A: The most error-prone elements are processing technique and use. The processing technique should clearly state whether it is stranding, weaving, etc., and the use should be specific, avoiding broad descriptions. Incorrect descriptions may lead to classification errors.
Q: If a steel wire article is used for automobiles, is it classified under 7326.20?
A: Not necessarily. If it is a part specifically for automobiles, it may be classified under Chapter 87. 7326.20 applies to general-purpose steel wire articles; if the article is specifically for automobiles and is named in other headings, Chapter 87 shall take precedence.
Q: How to check the import tariff rate for 7326.20?
A: You can check through the General Administration of Customs official website, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party query platforms by entering HS code 732620, selecting the country of origin and trade mode to query the latest tariff rate. Note that tariff rates are subject to change; the official rate shall prevail.
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