Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, n.e.c. in heading no. 7214, of rectangular (other than square) cross-section

HS v2022 Code: 721491

About iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, n.e.c. in heading no. 7214, of rectangular (other than square) cross-section

HS code 721491 covers a crucial segment of the steel industry, encompassing the production of iron or non-alloy steel bars and rods with a rectangular (other than square) cross-section. These products are essential raw materials for a wide range of manufacturing and construction applications, making them a vital component of the global economy.

Production process

The production of the goods covered by HS code 721491 typically involves hot-rolling, hot-drawing, or hot-extruding techniques. In the hot-rolling process, steel billets or ingots are passed through a series of rollers at high temperatures, shaping them into the desired rectangular cross-section. Hot-drawing involves pulling the steel through a die to achieve the required dimensions, while hot-extrusion pushes the steel through a shaped opening to create the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 721491 goods include iron ore, coal, and other raw materials used in steel manufacturing. Additionally, specialized machinery such as rolling mills, drawing equipment, and extrusion presses are essential for the various production techniques. Energy sources, such as electricity and natural gas, are also crucial inputs for the high-temperature processes involved.

Production outputs

The steel bars and rods produced under HS code 721491 are widely used as inputs for the manufacturing of a variety of products. They are commonly consumed by industries such as 731100 Structures and parts of structures, of iron or steel, 732690 Other articles of iron or steel, and 840991 Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the engines of heading 8407 or 8408, among others.

Revisions to 721491

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 721491. The most recent 1 version of this code (721491) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 721491.

Family tree for iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, n.e.c. in heading no. 7214, of rectangular (other than square) cross-section

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7214'>7214: Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, not further worked than forged, hot-rolled, hot drawn or hot-extruded, but including those twisted after rolling</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721491'>721491: Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, n.e.c. in heading no. 7214, of rectangular (other than square) cross-section</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721410'>721410: Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, forged, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, but including those twisted after rolling</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721420'>721420: Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721430'>721430: Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, including those twisted after rolling, of free-cutting steel</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/721499'>721499: Iron or non-alloy steel; bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, n.e.c. in heading no. 7214, other than of rectangular cross-section</a>"]

    

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