Iron; non-alloy pig iron containing by weight 0.5% or less of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms

HS v2022 Code: 720110

About iron; non-alloy pig iron containing by weight 0.5% or less of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms

HS code 720110 covers the classification of non-alloy pig iron with a phosphorus content of 0.5% or less by weight. This type of pig iron is a crucial raw material in the steel industry, serving as a primary input for the production of various steel products. As a foundational element of the global manufacturing and construction sectors, the trade and production of this commodity play a significant role in the broader economy.

Production process

The production of non-alloy pig iron with low phosphorus content typically involves the smelting of iron ore in a blast furnace. The iron ore is combined with coke and limestone, and the resulting molten pig iron is then cast into pigs, blocks, or other primary forms for further processing or sale.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 720110 pig iron include iron ore, coke (a processed form of coal), and limestone. Additionally, the production process requires specialized blast furnaces, casting equipment, and other industrial machinery to facilitate the smelting and casting operations.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 720110 is non-alloy pig iron, which is then consumed by various industries, particularly the 720810 Steel; flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, hot-rolled, not clad, plated or coated and 721310 Steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, of iron or non-alloy steel industries. This pig iron is a crucial input for the production of a wide range of steel products, which are then used in construction, manufacturing, and other sectors.

Revisions to 720110

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 720110. The most recent 1 version of this code (720110) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 720110.

Family tree for iron; non-alloy pig iron containing by weight 0.5% or less of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7201'>7201: Pig iron and spiegeleisen in pigs, blocks or other primary forms</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720110'>720110: Iron; non-alloy pig iron containing by weight 0.5% or less of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720120'>720120: Iron; non-alloy pig iron containing by weight more than 0.5% of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720150'>720150: Iron; alloy pig iron; spiegeleisen, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms</a>"]

    

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