Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of less than 0.5mm

HS v2022 Code: 721012

About iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of less than 0.5mm

HS code 721012 covers a specific type of flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel product that is plated or coated with tin. This material is widely used in the packaging industry, particularly for the production of tin cans and other food-grade containers. The ability to resist corrosion and maintain a clean, attractive appearance makes this steel product essential for preserving the quality and safety of a wide range of consumer goods.

Production process

The production of HS 721012 steel involves a multi-step process. First, iron or non-alloy steel is rolled into thin, wide sheets. These sheets are then passed through a tin plating or coating process, where a thin layer of tin is applied to the surface. The tin coating provides a protective barrier against corrosion and enhances the visual appeal of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS 721012 steel include iron or non-alloy steel, tin, and specialized rolling and coating equipment. The steel is typically sourced from 720810 Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, of a width of 600 mm or more, hot-rolled, not clad, plated or coated or 720916 (Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, of a width of 600 mm or more, cold-rolled (cold-reduced), not clad, plated or coated) producers. The tin used for the coating is a critical input, as it must meet strict purity and quality standards.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS 721012 is tin-plated steel sheets and coils, which are then used in the production of a wide range of packaging materials, including 731021 Containers; cans, of iron or steel, for preserving food or drink, of a capacity of less than 50l and 731029 Containers; cans, of iron or steel, for preserving food or drink, of a capacity of 50l or more. This material is also used in the manufacture of 732690 Articles; of iron or steel, n.e.c. in heading no. 7326 and other products where a corrosion-resistant, visually appealing metal surface is required.

Revisions to 721012

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 721012. The most recent 1 version of this code (721012) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 721012.

Family tree for iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of less than 0.5mm

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7210'>7210: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, width 600mm or more, clad, plated or coated</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721012'>721012: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of less than 0.5mm</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721011'>721011: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of 0.5mm or more</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721020'>721020: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with lead, including terne-plate</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721030'>721030: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721041'>721041: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, corrugated, plated or coated with zinc (not electrolytically)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721049'>721049: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, (not corrugated), plated or coated with zinc (not electrolytically)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721050'>721050: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with chromium oxides or with chromium and chromium oxides</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721061'>721061: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with aluminium zinc-alloys</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721069'>721069: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with aluminium, other than plated or coated with aluminium zinc-alloys</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721070'>721070: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721090'>721090: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with materials n.e.c. in heading no. 7210</a>"]

    

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