Steel, alloy; semi-finished products

HS v2017 Code: 722490

About steel, alloy; semi-finished products

HS code 722490 covers the production of steel alloy semi-finished products, which are crucial inputs for a wide range of manufacturing industries. These semi-finished steel products serve as the foundation for the fabrication of various end-use goods, from automotive components to construction materials. The steel alloy industry plays a vital role in supporting the global economy, providing essential materials for infrastructure development, industrial machinery, and consumer goods.

Production process

The production of steel alloy semi-finished products typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw materials, such as iron ore, coal, and various alloying elements, are melted in a furnace to create the desired steel composition. The molten steel is then cast into ingots or continuously cast into slabs, billets, or blooms, which are the semi-finished forms. These semi-finished products may undergo further processing, such as rolling, forging, or extrusion, to achieve the desired shape and properties before being supplied to downstream industries.

Production inputs

The steel alloy industry relies on a range of raw materials and resources. The primary inputs include iron ore, coal, and various alloying elements, such as chromium, nickel, and manganese, which are used to impart specific properties to the steel. Additionally, the industry requires specialized equipment, such as furnaces, casting machines, and rolling mills, as well as a skilled workforce to operate and maintain the production facilities.

Production outputs

The steel alloy semi-finished products covered by HS code 722490 are used as inputs for a variety of downstream industries. These include the 732690 Other articles of iron or steel, 840991 Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the engines of heading 84.07 or 84.08, and 730110 Sheet piling of iron or steel, among others. The versatility of these semi-finished steel products allows them to be further processed and fabricated into a wide range of end-use products, contributing to the overall growth and development of the global economy.

Revisions to 722490

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 722490. The most recent 1 version of this code (722490) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 722490 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
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Family tree for steel, alloy; semi-finished products

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7224'>7224: Alloy steel in ingots or other primary forms, semi-finished products of other alloy steel</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/722490'>722490: Steel, alloy; semi-finished products</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/722410'>722410: Steel, alloy; ingots and other primary forms</a>"]

    

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