HS Code 7221
Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Rods in Coils
HS code 7221 encompasses bars and rods of stainless steel, hot-rolled and in irregularly wound coils, used primarily for downstream manufacturing.
4-digit Section XVFCL
HS Code 7221 — Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Rods in Coils
This code covers hot-rolled stainless steel bars and rods that are wound into coils. These act as raw materials for wire drawing or for making stainless steel screws, bolts, and specialized automotive components.
What's included
- Stainless steel wire rod
- Coiled SS bars
- Hot-rolled stainless rounds in coil
- Annealed SS wire rod
What's excluded
- Straight stainless bars → use
7222(Straight bars are classified in 7222.) - Finished stainless wire → use
7223(Wire is a cold-drawn product, not hot-rolled rod.)
Common examples
- 304 Stainless steel wire rod 5.5mm
- 316L SS coiled rod
- Hot-rolled stainless rod for redrawing
- Stainless steel coils for fasteners
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 7221 and 7223?
7221 is the hot-rolled raw material in coils; 7223 is the finished, cold-drawn wire.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 10%
- Documentation: Mill test certificates are required to verify the chemical grade (e.g., 304, 316).
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: India, Italy, Japan, China
- Top importers: USA, Germany, South Korea, Taiwan
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Key takeaway
Raw material for the stainless wire industry; must be hot-rolled and coiled.
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