Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7219

HS v2017 Code: 721990

About steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7219

HS code 721990 covers stainless steel flat-rolled products with a width of 600mm or more, not elsewhere classified in heading 7219. This industry is a crucial component of the global steel supply chain, providing high-quality materials for a wide range of applications, including construction, automotive, and industrial equipment manufacturing. Stainless steel's unique properties, such as corrosion resistance and durability, make it an essential material in many industries, contributing to the overall strength and resilience of the global economy.

Production process

The production of stainless steel flat-rolled products under HS code 721990 typically involves a multi-step process. First, stainless steel is produced through a process of melting and refining raw materials, such as chromium, nickel, and other alloying elements. The molten steel is then cast into semi-finished forms, such as slabs or billets. These semi-finished products are then subjected to a series of hot and cold rolling processes to achieve the desired thickness and surface finish. The final products are then inspected, packaged, and prepared for distribution to various downstream industries.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of stainless steel flat-rolled products under HS code 721990 include stainless steel scrap, alloying elements (such as chromium and nickel), and specialized rolling and processing equipment. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity and natural gas, are essential for the melting and refining processes. The availability and quality of these inputs, as well as the efficiency of the production equipment, are critical factors in determining the overall competitiveness and profitability of this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 721990 are stainless steel flat-rolled products, such as sheets, plates, and coils. These materials are then consumed by a wide range of downstream industries, including 730890 Structures and parts of structures, n.e.c. in heading no. 7308, 732690 Articles of iron or steel, n.e.c. in heading no. 7326, and 842139 Filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus for gases, n.e.c. in heading no. 8421.

Revisions to 721990

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 721990. The most recent 1 version of this code (721990) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 721990 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7219

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7219'>7219: Stainless steel; flat-rolled products of width of 600mm or more</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721990'>721990: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7219</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721911'>721911: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils, of a thickness exceeding 10mm</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721912'>721912: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more but not exceeding 10mm</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721913'>721913: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils, of a thickness of 3mm or more but less than 4.75mm</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721914'>721914: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils, of a thickness of less than 3mm</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721921'>721921: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, (not in coils), of a thickness exceeding 10mm</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721922'>721922: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, (not in coils), of a thickness of 4.75mm or more but not exceeding 10mm</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721923'>721923: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, (not in coils), of a thickness of 3mm or more but less than 4.75mm</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721924'>721924: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, (not in coils), of a thickness of less than 3mm</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721931'>721931: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled or cold-reduced, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721932'>721932: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more but less than 4.75mm</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721933'>721933: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721934'>721934: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 0.5mm or more but not exceeding 1mm</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/721935'>721935: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm</a>"]

    

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