Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of 0.5mm or more

HS v2017 Code: 721011

About iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of 0.5mm or more

HS code 721011 covers a critical component of the global steel industry - flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel products that are plated or coated with tin. These materials are widely used in the manufacturing of cans, containers, and other packaging solutions, making them an essential input for the 840130 Food and Beverage Industry. The production and trade of these steel products play a significant role in international supply chains and the broader global economy.

Production process

The production of flat-rolled steel products under HS code 721011 typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw iron or non-alloy steel is melted and cast into slabs or billets. These semi-finished products are then passed through a series of rolling mills to reduce their thickness and shape them into flat-rolled sheets or coils. Finally, the steel is coated with a thin layer of tin, which provides corrosion resistance and an attractive finish, making it suitable for use in packaging applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 721011 products include iron ore, coal, and other raw materials used in steelmaking. Specialized rolling mills, coating equipment, and other metalworking machinery are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in metallurgy, engineering, and production techniques.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 721011 is flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel products that are plated or coated with tin. These materials are widely used in the production of 731010 Cans, Boxes, and Similar Containers, 732310 Table, Kitchen or Other Household Articles and Parts Thereof, of Iron or Steel, and other packaging solutions. The output of this industry also serves as an input for various other manufacturing sectors, such as the 840130 Food and Beverage Industry and the 731021 (Casks, Drums, Cans, Boxes and Similar Containers, of Iron or Steel, for Any Material (Other Than Compressed or Liquefied Gas)).

Revisions to 721011

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 721011. The most recent 1 version of this code (721011) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 721011 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of 0.5mm or more

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7210'>7210: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, width 600mm or more, clad, plated or coated</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721011'>721011: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of 0.5mm or more</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721012'>721012: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of less than 0.5mm</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721020'>721020: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with lead, including terne-plate</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721030'>721030: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721041'>721041: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, corrugated, plated or coated with zinc (not electrolytically)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721049'>721049: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, (not corrugated), plated or coated with zinc (not electrolytically)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721050'>721050: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with chromium oxides or with chromium and chromium oxides</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721061'>721061: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with aluminium zinc-alloys</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721069'>721069: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with aluminium, other than plated or coated with aluminium zinc-alloys</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721070'>721070: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721090'>721090: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with materials n.e.c. in heading no. 7210</a>"]

    

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