Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more

HS v2022 Code: 720915

About iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more

HS code 720915 covers a crucial segment of the steel industry, encompassing the production of flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel coils with a width of 600mm or more, that have undergone a cold-rolling process and have a thickness of 3mm or more. This type of steel is widely used in various manufacturing industries, making it an essential component of the global economy.

Production process

The production of steel products under HS code 720915 typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw materials such as iron ore and coal are smelted in a blast furnace to produce molten pig iron. This pig iron is then refined in a basic oxygen furnace or electric arc furnace to remove impurities and produce high-quality steel. The steel is then cast into slabs or billets, which are subsequently rolled into thin, flat sheets or coils through a series of rolling mills. The final cold-rolling process helps to further enhance the steel's strength, surface finish, and dimensional accuracy.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of steel products under HS code 720915 include iron ore, coal, and other alloying elements such as manganese, chromium, and nickel. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as blast furnaces, rolling mills, and finishing lines, to ensure efficient and high-quality production. Energy sources, such as electricity and natural gas, are also crucial inputs for the various stages of the steel-making process.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 720915 is flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel coils, which are widely used in the manufacturing of various products. These steel coils may be further processed or consumed by industries such as 721000 Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, 722100 Flat-rolled products of stainless steel, and 730810 Structures and parts of structures, of iron or steel, among others. The versatility of this type of steel makes it an essential material for the construction, automotive, and machinery sectors.

Revisions to 720915

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 720915. The most recent 1 version of this code (720915) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 720915.

Family tree for iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7209'>7209: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled (cold-reduced), not clad, plated or coated</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720915'>720915: Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720916'>720916: Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720917'>720917: Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 0.5mm or more but not exceeding 1mm</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720918'>720918: Iron or non-alloy steel; in coils, flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720925'>720925: Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 3mm or more</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720926'>720926: Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness exceeding 1mm but less than 3mm</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720927'>720927: Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of 0.5mm or more but not exceeding 1mm</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720928'>720928: Iron or non-alloy steel; (not in coils), flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/720990'>720990: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, n.e.c. in heading no. 7209</a>"]

    

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