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

HS v2022 Code: 721210

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

HS code 721210 covers the classification of flat-rolled iron or non-alloy steel products that are less than 600mm in width and have been plated or coated with tin. This industry plays a crucial role in the global manufacturing and construction sectors, providing essential materials for a wide range of applications, from packaging and electronics to automotive and infrastructure development.

Production process

The production of flat-rolled steel products under HS code 721210 typically involves a series of rolling and coating processes. First, the steel is heated and passed through a series of rolling mills to reduce its thickness and achieve the desired width and shape. The steel is then coated with a thin layer of tin, which provides corrosion resistance and enhances the material's appearance and formability.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 721210 products include raw steel, tin, and specialized rolling and coating equipment. Steel producers rely on a steady supply of iron ore, coal, and other ferrous materials to manufacture the base steel. The tin used for the coating is typically sourced from mining operations or recycled from other tin-plated products.

Production outputs

The flat-rolled, tin-plated steel products classified under HS code 721210 are widely used in the packaging industry, particularly for the production of food and beverage cans, as well as in the electronics and automotive sectors. These materials may also be further processed and consumed by industries covered under other HS codes, such as 732690 Other articles of iron or steel, n.e.s. and 761290 (Aluminium casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (including rigid or collapsible tubular containers), for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of a capacity not exceeding 300 l, whether or not lined or heat-insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment).

Revisions to 721210

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 721210. The most recent 1 version of this code (721210) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 721210.

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

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7212'>7212: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, width less than 600mm, clad, plated or coated</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721210'>721210: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, plated or coated with tin</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721220'>721220: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, of a width less than 600mm, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721230'>721230: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, plated or coated with zinc (not electrolytically)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721240'>721240: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, painted, varnished or coated with plastics</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721250'>721250: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, plated or coated, (excluding tin, zinc or plastic)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721260'>721260: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, clad</a>"]

    

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