Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, not in coils

HS v2017 Code: 722540

About steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, not in coils

HS code 722540 covers the classification of alloy steel, flat-rolled, with a width of 600mm or more, that has been hot-rolled but not coiled. This industry plays a crucial role in the global steel supply chain, providing a versatile and durable material for a wide range of applications, from construction and infrastructure to automotive and machinery manufacturing. The production and trade of these steel products are essential components of the broader international trade and economic landscape.

Production process

The production of the steel products covered by HS code 722540 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, including iron ore, coal, and various alloying elements, are melted in a furnace to produce the desired steel composition. The molten steel is then cast into slabs or billets, which are subsequently rolled and flattened using large, high-powered rolling mills to achieve the desired thickness and width. The hot-rolling process helps to improve the steel's strength and durability, while the lack of coiling ensures the final product maintains its flat, rectangular shape.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of the steel products under HS code 722540 include iron ore, coal, and various alloying elements such as chromium, nickel, and manganese. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as furnaces, casting molds, and rolling mills, to facilitate the production process. Energy sources, such as electricity and natural gas, are also essential inputs for the high-temperature melting and rolling operations.

Production outputs

The steel products classified under HS code 722540 are primarily used as inputs for a wide range of downstream industries. These flat-rolled, hot-rolled alloy steel products can be further processed and fabricated into a variety of end-use items, including 730120 Steel, alloy; angles, shapes and sections, 730410 Steel, alloy; line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, and 732690 Steel, alloy; other articles, among others. The versatility and durability of these steel products make them essential components in the construction, automotive, and machinery manufacturing sectors.

Revisions to 722540

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 722540. The most recent 1 version of this code (722540) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 722540 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, not in coils

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7225'>7225: Alloy steel flat-rolled products, of a width 600mm or more</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/722540'>722540: Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, not in coils</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/722511'>722511: Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, of silicon-electrical steel, grain-oriented</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/722519'>722519: Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, of silicon-electrical steel, (other than grain-oriented)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/722530'>722530: Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/722550'>722550: Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/722591'>722591: Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/722592'>722592: Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, plated or coated with zinc (other than electrolytically)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/722599'>722599: Steel, alloy; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, (other than plated or coated with zinc)</a>"]

    

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