Iron (other than cast) or steel; baths

HS v2022 Code: 732429

About iron (other than cast) or steel; baths

HS code 732429 covers a range of iron or steel bath products, excluding cast iron. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader construction and plumbing sectors, providing essential fixtures and fittings for residential and commercial buildings. The production and trade of these products are important economic activities, contributing to the global supply chain and supporting various downstream industries.

Production process

The main production techniques for HS code 732429 items involve metal forming and fabrication processes. This typically includes stamping, pressing, or casting the iron or steel into the desired bath shapes, followed by finishing processes such as polishing, coating, or adding any necessary hardware or accessories.

Production inputs

The key inputs for this industry include raw iron or steel materials, as well as various tools, machinery, and energy sources required for the metal forming and finishing processes. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized components, such as valves, taps, or fittings, to create complete bath products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are finished iron or steel bath products, such as bathtubs, shower trays, and sinks. These items are then consumed by the 442110 Household furniture and 237110 Water and sewer line and related structures construction industries, among others, for installation in residential and commercial buildings.

Revisions to 732429

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 732429. The most recent 1 version of this code (732429) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 732429.

Family tree for iron (other than cast) or steel; baths

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/73'>73: Iron or steel articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7324'>7324: Sanitary ware and parts thereof, of iron or steel</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/732429'>732429: Iron (other than cast) or steel; baths</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/732410'>732410: Steel; sinks and wash basins, of stainless steel</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/732421'>732421: Cast iron, baths, whether or not enamelled</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/732490'>732490: Iron or steel; sanitary ware and parts thereof, excluding sinks, wash basins and baths</a>"]

    

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