Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, coated with plastic

HS v2017 Code: 731442

About iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, coated with plastic

HS code 731442 covers a wide range of iron or steel wire products that are coated with plastic. These products are essential components in various industries, including construction, agriculture, and infrastructure development. They play a crucial role in creating durable and long-lasting structures, fences, and protective barriers, contributing to the overall growth and development of the global economy.

Production process

The production of iron or steel wire products under HS code 731442 typically involves several key steps. First, the raw materials, such as iron or steel wire, are procured and prepared. The wire is then coated with a layer of plastic, often through a process of extrusion or dipping, to provide the desired protective and aesthetic properties. Finally, the coated wire is formed into various shapes and configurations, such as grills, netting, and fencing, to meet the specific needs of the end-users.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 731442 products include iron or steel wire, plastic resins, and specialized machinery for the coating and shaping processes. The quality and availability of these raw materials and equipment are critical to ensuring the consistent production of high-quality wire products. Additionally, skilled labor and efficient manufacturing processes are essential to meet the growing demand for these versatile and durable products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 731442 are various types of iron or steel wire products coated with plastic, such as grills, netting, and fencing. These products are widely used in a range of industries, including 441600 Construction, 010000 Agriculture, and 425000 Infrastructure. The outputs of HS code 731442 are often consumed by industries that require durable, corrosion-resistant, and aesthetically pleasing wire-based solutions for their projects and applications.

Revisions to 731442

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 731442. The most recent 1 version of this code (731442) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 731442 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, coated with plastic

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/73'>73: Iron or steel articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7314'>7314: Cloth (including endless bands), grill, netting and fencing, of iron or steel wire; expanded metal of iron or steel</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/731442'>731442: Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, coated with plastic</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/731412'>731412: Iron or steel; woven cloth, endless bands for machinery, of stainless steel</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/731414'>731414: Iron or steel; woven cloth, of stainless steel, (other than endless bands for machinery)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/731419'>731419: Iron or steel; woven cloth, other than of stainless steel</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/731420'>731420: Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, welded at intersections, of wire with a maximum cross-sectional dimension of 3mm or more and mesh size 100cm2 or more</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/731431'>731431: Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, n.e.c. in item no. 7314.20, plated or coated with zinc</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/731439'>731439: Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, n.e.c. in item no. 7314.20, (other than plated or coated with zinc)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/731441'>731441: Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, plated or coated with zinc</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/731449'>731449: Iron or steel wire; grill, netting and fencing, coated with materials other than zinc or plastic</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/731450'>731450: Iron or steel; expanded metal</a>"]

    

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