Stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, slings and the like, of iron or steel, not electrically insulated

HS v2022 Code: 7312

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
73	12	n/a

Code	7312
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	73

Ancestor Codes: Iron or steel articles

This Code: Stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, slings and the like, of iron or steel, not electrically insulated

Child Codes: Iron or steel; stranded wire, ropes and cables, not electrically insulated; Iron or steel; plaited bands, slings and the like, not electrically insulated

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers; for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, capacity exceeding 300l, whether or not lined or heat insulated; Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, capacity not exceeding 300l, whether or not lined or heat-insulated; Containers for compressed or liquefied gas, of iron or steel; Barbed wire of iron or steel; twisted hoop or single flat wire, barbed or not and loosely twisted double wire, of a kind used for fencing, of iron or steel; Cloth (including endless bands), grill, netting and fencing, of iron or steel wire; expanded metal of iron or steel

About stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, slings and the like, of iron or steel, not electrically insulated

HS code 7312 covers a diverse range of products made from stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, and slings, all of which are constructed from iron or steel and are not electrically insulated. These items play a crucial role in various industries, including construction, transportation, and logistics, where they are used for lifting, securing, and supporting heavy loads. The global market for these products is driven by the ongoing infrastructure development, growth in the manufacturing sector, and the increasing demand for reliable and durable load-bearing solutions.

Production process

The production of HS code 7312 items typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, such as steel wire or rods, are drawn and twisted into strands. These strands are then woven or braided together to form the desired rope, cable, or plaited band structure. Depending on the specific product, additional steps may include heat treatment, galvanization, or the application of protective coatings to enhance the product's durability and corrosion resistance.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 7312 items include steel wire or rods, which serve as the primary raw material. Specialized machinery, such as wire-drawing machines, braiding machines, and rope-making equipment, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, various lubricants, protective coatings, and other ancillary materials may be used to improve the final product's performance and lifespan.

Production outputs

The products covered under HS code 7312 are widely used in a variety of applications, including 8428 Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery, 8431 Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery of headings 8425 to 8430, and 8716 Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof. These items are often consumed by industries such as construction, mining, transportation, and logistics, where they play a crucial role in the safe and efficient movement of heavy loads and materials.

Family tree for stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, slings and the like, of iron or steel, not electrically insulated

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/73'>73: Iron or steel articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7312'>7312: Stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, slings and the like, of iron or steel, not electrically insulated</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7301'>7301: Iron or steel sheet piling, whether or not drilled, punched or made from assembled elements; welded angles, shapes and sections, of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7302'>7302: Railway or tramway track constructions of iron or steel; rails, check and track rails, switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods, sleepers, fish-plates, chair wedges, sole plates, bedplates, ties and the like</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7303'>7303: Tubes, pipes and hollow profiles, of cast iron</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7304'>7304: Tubes, pipes and hollow profiles, seamless, of iron (other than cast iron) or steel</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7305'>7305: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron); tubes and pipes (e.g. welded, riveted or similarly closed), having circular cross-sections, external diameter of which exceeds 406.4mm, not seamless</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7306'>7306: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron); tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (not seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7307'>7307: Tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves), of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7308'>7308: Structures of iron or steel and parts thereof; plates, rods, angles, shapes, sections, tubes and the like, prepared for use in structures</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7309'>7309: Reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers; for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, capacity exceeding 300l, whether or not lined or heat insulated</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7310'>7310: Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, capacity not exceeding 300l, whether or not lined or heat-insulated</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7311'>7311: Containers for compressed or liquefied gas, of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7313'>7313: Barbed wire of iron or steel; twisted hoop or single flat wire, barbed or not and loosely twisted double wire, of a kind used for fencing, of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7314'>7314: Cloth (including endless bands), grill, netting and fencing, of iron or steel wire; expanded metal of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7315'>7315: Chain and parts thereof, of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7316'>7316: Anchors, grapnels and parts thereof, of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7317'>7317: Nails, tacks, drawing pins, corrugated nails, staples (not those of heading no. 8305) and the like, of iron or steel, with heads of other material or not, but excluding articles with heads of copper</a>"]
A --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7318'>7318: Screws, bolts, nuts, coach screws, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers (including spring washers) and similar articles, of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7319'>7319: Sewing and knitting needles, bodkins, crochet hooks, embroidery stilettos and similar articles, for use in the hand, of iron or steel; safety pins and other pins of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]
A --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7320'>7320: Springs and leaves for springs, of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7321'>7321: Stoves, ranges, grates, cookers (those with subsidiary boilers for central heating), barbecues, braziers, gas-rings, plate warmers and similar non-electric domestic appliances and parts, of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7322'>7322: Radiators for central heating, not electrically heated and parts thereof, of iron or steel; air heaters, hot air distributors not electrically heated, with motor fan or blower</a>"]
A --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7323'>7323: Table, kitchen, other household articles and parts, of iron or steel; iron or steel wool; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7324'>7324: Sanitary ware and parts thereof, of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7325'>7325: Iron or steel; cast articles</a>"]
A --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7326'>7326: Iron or steel; articles, n.e.c. in chapter 73</a>"]

    B --> BB["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/731210'>731210: Iron or steel; stranded wire, ropes and cables, not electrically insulated</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/731290'>731290: Iron or steel; plaited bands, slings and the like, not electrically insulated</a>"]


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