Iron or steel; tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings, other than stainless steel

HS v2017 Code: 730793

About iron or steel; tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings, other than stainless steel

HS code 730793 covers a crucial component of the global industrial infrastructure - iron or steel tube and pipe fittings, specifically those used for butt welding. These fittings play a vital role in the construction, maintenance, and repair of pipelines, plumbing systems, and various industrial equipment across a wide range of sectors, including oil and gas, water treatment, and manufacturing. As a result, the demand for these products is closely tied to the overall health and growth of the global economy.

Production process

The production of iron or steel tube and pipe fittings, butt welding fittings, other than stainless steel, typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, such as iron or steel billets, are heated and formed into the desired shape and size using techniques like forging, casting, or machining. The fittings are then subjected to various finishing processes, such as heat treatment, surface finishing, and quality control inspections, to ensure they meet industry standards and specifications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 730793 products include iron or steel raw materials, such as billets, bars, and sheets; specialized machinery for forming, welding, and finishing the fittings; and energy sources like electricity or natural gas to power the production processes. Additionally, skilled labor, technical expertise, and access to transportation and logistics networks are crucial for the efficient and cost-effective manufacture and distribution of these products.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 730793 is a diverse range of iron or steel tube and pipe fittings, including elbows, tees, reducers, and other butt welding fittings. These fittings are then consumed by a variety of industries, such as 460110 Oil and gas, 421000 Water supply and sewerage, 251000 Construction, and 281000 Manufacturing, where they are used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of various pipelines, plumbing systems, and industrial equipment.

Revisions to 730793

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 730793. The most recent 1 version of this code (730793) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 730793 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for iron or steel; tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings, other than stainless steel

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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/v2017/730793'>730793: Iron or steel; tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings, other than stainless steel</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/v2017/730722'>730722: Steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, threaded elbows, bends and sleeves</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730723'>730723: Steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730729'>730729: Steel, stainless; tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.2</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/730791'>730791: Iron or steel; tube or pipe fittings, flanges, other than stainless steel</a>"]
B --> K["<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 --> 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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