Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, painted, varnished or coated with plastics

HS v2017 Code: 721240

About iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, painted, varnished or coated with plastics

HS code 721240 covers a crucial segment of the steel industry, focusing on flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel products with a width less than 600mm. These materials are commonly used in a wide range of applications, from construction and automotive manufacturing to household appliances and consumer goods. The production and trade of these steel products play a significant role in the global economy, supporting various downstream industries and contributing to infrastructure development worldwide.

Production process

The production of flat-rolled steel products under HS code 721240 typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw materials, such as iron ore and coal, are smelted in a blast furnace to produce crude steel. The molten steel is then cast into slabs or billets, which are subsequently rolled and processed through a series of rolling mills to achieve the desired thickness and width. Finally, the flat-rolled steel is painted, varnished, or coated with plastics to enhance its appearance, durability, and corrosion resistance.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of flat-rolled steel products under HS code 721240 include iron ore, coal, and other raw materials necessary for steel production. Additionally, specialized machinery, such as rolling mills, coating equipment, and finishing lines, are essential for the manufacturing process. Energy sources, such as electricity and natural gas, are also crucial inputs for the steel industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 721240 is flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel products with a width less than 600mm, which are painted, varnished, or coated with plastics. These materials are widely used in the construction industry, as well as in the production of 870000 Motor vehicles, parts and accessories, 840000 Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof, and 731000 Articles of iron or steel, among other applications.

Revisions to 721240

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 721240. The most recent 1 version of this code (721240) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 721240 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, painted, varnished or coated with plastics

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7212'>7212: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, width less than 600mm, clad, plated or coated</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721240'>721240: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, painted, varnished or coated with plastics</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721210'>721210: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, plated or coated with tin</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721220'>721220: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721230'>721230: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, plated or coated with zinc (not electrolytically)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721250'>721250: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, plated or coated, (excluding tin, zinc or plastic)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721260'>721260: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, clad</a>"]

    

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