Iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel, containing by weight less than 0.25% of carbon, other than rectangular or square cross-section

HS v2017 Code: 720719

About iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel, containing by weight less than 0.25% of carbon, other than rectangular or square cross-section

HS code 720719 covers the import and export of semi-finished iron or non-alloy steel products containing less than 0.25% carbon by weight, excluding those with a rectangular or square cross-section. This industry plays a crucial role in the global steel supply chain, providing essential raw materials for a wide range of downstream manufacturing industries, from construction and automotive to machinery and consumer goods.

Production process

The production of semi-finished steel products under HS code 720719 typically involves a multi-step process. First, iron ore, coal, and other raw materials are smelted in a blast furnace to produce molten pig iron. This pig iron is then refined in a basic oxygen furnace or electric arc furnace to remove impurities and adjust the carbon content. The resulting molten steel is then cast into semi-finished forms, such as billets, blooms, or slabs, through continuous casting or ingot casting processes.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of semi-finished steel products under HS code 720719 include iron ore, coal, scrap metal, and various alloying elements such as manganese, chromium, and nickel. Specialized equipment, such as blast furnaces, basic oxygen furnaces, and continuous casting machines, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, a skilled workforce with expertise in steel production and metallurgy is necessary to ensure high-quality output.

Production outputs

The semi-finished steel products covered by HS code 720719 are primarily used as inputs for further processing and manufacturing. These products can be consumed by industries such as 720810 Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, hot-rolled, not clad, plated or coated, 720720 Iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products, containing by weight 0.25% or more of carbon, and 721310 Bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, of iron or non-alloy steel, among others, to produce a wide range of finished steel products for various applications.

Revisions to 720719

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 720719. The most recent 1 version of this code (720719) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 720719 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel, containing by weight less than 0.25% of carbon, other than rectangular or square cross-section

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7207'>7207: Iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products thereof</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720719'>720719: Iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel, containing by weight less than 0.25% of carbon, other than rectangular or square cross-section</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720711'>720711: Iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel; containing by weight less than 0.25% of carbon, of rectangular (including square) cross-section, width less than twice thickness</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720712'>720712: Iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel; containing by weight less than 0.25% of carbon, of rectangular (other than square) cross-section</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/720720'>720720: Iron or non-alloy steel; semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel, containing by weight 0.25% or more of carbon</a>"]

    

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