Steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, threaded elbows, bends and sleeves

HS v2017 Code: 730722

About steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, threaded elbows, bends and sleeves

HS code 730722 covers the trade of stainless steel tube or pipe fittings, including threaded elbows, bends, and sleeves. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader manufacturing and construction sectors, providing essential components for a wide range of applications. From plumbing and HVAC systems to industrial machinery and chemical processing equipment, stainless steel fittings are in high demand due to their durability, corrosion resistance, and versatility.

Production process

The production of stainless steel tube or pipe fittings typically involves a series of metalworking processes. Raw stainless steel is first formed into the desired shapes, such as elbows or bends, through techniques like stamping, casting, or forging. These shaped components are then subjected to threading or other finishing processes to create the final threaded fittings. Quality control and inspection measures are essential throughout the production process to ensure the fittings meet industry standards and specifications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 730722 items include high-quality stainless steel, specialized metalworking machinery, and skilled labor. Stainless steel grades such as 72241000 Stainless steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, in coils and 72249000 Stainless steel, not further worked than forged or hot-formed, not in coils are commonly used as raw materials. Additionally, tools and equipment for shaping, threading, and finishing the fittings are essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 730722 is stainless steel tube or pipe fittings, including threaded elbows, bends, and sleeves. These fittings are widely used in various industries, such as 84212300 Filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus for liquids for water treatment, 84212100 Filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus for gases for air filtration, and 84212900 Filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus for liquids or gases, n.e.s. for general industrial applications. The stainless steel fittings produced under this code are often consumed by manufacturers and installers of plumbing, HVAC, and other industrial systems.

Revisions to 730722

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 730722. The most recent 1 version of this code (730722) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 730722 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, threaded elbows, bends and sleeves

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/73'>73: Iron or steel articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7307'>7307: Tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves), of iron or steel</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730722'>730722: Steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, threaded elbows, bends and sleeves</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730711'>730711: Cast iron; cast fittings, of non-malleable cast iron</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730719'>730719: Iron or steel; cast fittings, other than of non-malleable cast iron</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730721'>730721: Steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, flanges, of stainless steel</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730723'>730723: Steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730729'>730729: Steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.2</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730791'>730791: Iron or steel; tube or pipe fittings, flanges, other than stainless steel</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730792'>730792: Iron or steel; tube or pipe fittings, threaded elbows, bends and sleeves, other than stainless steel</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730793'>730793: Iron or steel; tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings, other than stainless steel</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730799'>730799: Iron or steel; tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel</a>"]

    

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