Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, cold-rolled

HS v2022 Code: 722020

About steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, cold-rolled

HS code 722020 covers the classification of stainless steel flat-rolled products with a width less than 600mm, that have undergone a cold-rolling process. This industry plays a crucial role in the global manufacturing and construction sectors, providing essential materials for a wide range of applications, from household appliances to industrial machinery. As a highly specialized segment of the steel industry, the production and trade of these stainless steel products are closely monitored and regulated, ensuring quality and consistency across international markets.

Production process

The production of stainless steel flat-rolled products under HS code 722020 typically involves a multi-step process. First, stainless steel is produced through a process of smelting and refining, where chromium and other alloying elements are added to enhance the material's corrosion resistance and durability. The stainless steel is then cast into slabs or billets, which are subsequently rolled and thinned through a series of cold-rolling operations. This cold-rolling process improves the steel's strength, surface finish, and dimensional accuracy, making it suitable for a variety of end-use applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 722020 stainless steel flat-rolled products include high-quality stainless steel raw materials, such as chromium, nickel, and molybdenum. Specialized rolling mills, annealing furnaces, and other metalworking equipment are also essential for the cold-rolling and finishing processes. Additionally, skilled labor, energy resources, and a well-developed transportation infrastructure are necessary to support the efficient production and distribution of these stainless steel products.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 722020 is stainless steel flat-rolled products with a width less than 600mm, which are commonly used in the manufacture of a wide range of goods, including 732690 Other articles of iron or steel, 842119 Centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers; filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus, for liquids or gases, and 848180 Taps, cocks, valves, and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats, or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. These stainless steel products are valued for their corrosion resistance, durability, and aesthetic appeal, making them a preferred choice in various industries, such as food processing, chemical manufacturing, and construction.

Revisions to 722020

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 722020. The most recent 1 version of this code (722020) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 722020.

Family tree for steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, cold-rolled

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/72'>72: Iron and steel</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7220'>7220: Stainless steel; flat-rolled products of width less than 600mm</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/722020'>722020: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, cold-rolled</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/722011'>722011: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, hot-rolled, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/722012'>722012: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, hot-rolled, of a thickness of less than 4.75mm</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/722090'>722090: Steel, stainless; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, n.e.c. in heading no 7220</a>"]

    

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