HSN code 7226 classifies 'Flat-Rolled Products of Other Alloy Steel, of a Width of Less Than 600 MM' in India. This heading is crucial for businesses dealing with specialized alloy steel strips, sheets, and coils that do not fall under broader categories like stainless steel (HSN 7219) or silicon-electrical steel. Procurement teams, accountants, and customs agents need to accurately identify this code to ensure correct duty and GST compliance. HSN 7226 is distinct as it focuses on alloy steels with specific width limitations and often includes products with specialized coatings like zinc. Understanding this classification is key for importers, exporters, and domestic traders engaging in the Indian industrial metals market, ensuring smooth transactions and accurate record-keeping for materials vital to various manufacturing processes.
What HSN 7226 Covers
HSN 7226 specifically deals with flat-rolled products—such as flat strips, sheets, and plates—made from 'other alloy steel' where the width is strictly less than 600 mm. The 'other alloy steel' designation is critical here, differentiating it from stainless steel (covered under HSN 7219) and silicon-electrical steel (often classified under HSN 7211). This heading explicitly includes alloy steel products that have undergone specific surface treatments, notably plating or coating with zinc. Subheadings 72269300 and 72269400 detail these zinc-coated variants, including those finished via electrolytic processes or other methods. Crucially, HSN 7226 excludes:- Products made from carbon steel.
- Stainless steel flat-rolled products.
- Silicon-electrical steel flat-rolled products.
- Flat-rolled products of any type with a width of 600 mm or more (which fall under HSN 7225).
- Products classified as bars, rods, angles, shapes, or sections (covered in HSN 7228).
Common Materials & Grades
- HS 7226 Alloy Steel Strips: Narrow-width flat-rolled products of alloy steel, often used in precision engineering.
- HS 7226 Zinc-Coated Alloy Steel Sheets: Alloy steel sheets less than 600mm wide, coated with zinc for corrosion resistance (specific to 72269300 & 72269400).
- HS 7226 High-Speed Steel Strips: Certain high-speed steel grades in narrow flat-rolled forms.
- HS 7226 Hot-Rolled Alloy Steel Strips: Alloy steel strips produced via hot rolling, under 600mm width.
- HS 7226 Cold-Rolled Alloy Steel Strips: Alloy steel strips processed by cold rolling for tighter tolerances, less than 600mm width.
Trade Names & Synonyms
- Special Alloy Steel Strips
- Narrow Alloy Steel Strips
- HS 7226 Alloy Steel Coils
- Zinc Plated Alloy Strips
- Custom Alloy Steel Strips
- High Alloy Steel Flat Strips
- Specialty Steel Strips (<600mm)
Typical Industrial Uses
- Automotive components (e.g., small, high-strength parts)
- Precision engineering and tooling
- Manufacturing of springs and fasteners
- Specialized industrial machinery parts
- Electronics and electrical components
- Musical instrument parts
- Aerospace applications (specific alloy grades)
- Clock and watch mechanisms
GST Rate (Indicative)
HSN 7226, covering specific alloy steel flat-rolled products, generally falls under the 18% GST slab in India. However, specific classifications and rates can vary based on the exact composition and finish of the product. Always verify the applicable GST rate on the official CBIC portal.
8-digit Tariff Lines under HSN 7226
| HSN Code | Description |
|---|---|
72269300 | FLAT-ROLLED PRODUCTS OF OTHER ALLOY STEEL, OF A WIDTH OF LESS THAN 600 MM - OTHER: ELECTROLYTICALLY PLATED OR COATED WITH ZINC |
72269400 | FLAT-ROLLED PRODUCTS OF OTHER ALLOY STEEL, OF A WIDTH OF LESS THAN 600 MM - OTHER: OTHERWISE PLATED OR COATED WITH ZINC |
Related HSN Codes
- HSN 7219: Stainless Steel flat-rolled products (distinguished from 'other alloy steel' in 7226).
- HSN 7225: Flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more (contrasts width criteria of 7226).
- HSN 7211: Flat-rolled products of carbon steel, of a width of less than 600 mm (distinguishes carbon vs. alloy steel).
- HSN 7228: Other bars and rods of alloy steel; angles, shapes and sections of alloy steel (contrasts rolled products vs. bars/rods).
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Frequently Asked Questions about HSN 7226
What specific types of alloy steel products are covered under HSN 7226?
HSN 7226 covers flat-rolled products under 600mm width made from alloy steel, excluding stainless steel (which falls under 7219) and silicon-electrical steel (under 7211). It includes products with specific zinc coatings like electrolytic or otherwise plated. Typical GST rate band (varies — verify on CBIC portal) is 18%.
What are the exclusions for HSN 7226?
HSN 7226 specifically covers flat-rolled products of alloy steel with a width less than 600 mm. This includes specially coated items like those with zinc plating (72269300, 72269400). It excludes categories like carbon steel, stainless steel, and silicon-electrical steel. Typical GST rate band (varies — verify on CBIC portal) is 18%.
Does HSN 7226 cover stainless steel sheets or carbon steel coils?
HSN 7226 primarily deals with flat-rolled products of 'other alloy steel' in narrow widths. While MetaleMart's catalog includes various steel types, only specific alloy steel grades fitting the 600mm width criteria and not classified elsewhere (like stainless steel under 7219) would fall here. Products like stainless steel sheets or carbon steel coils are generally not under 7226. Typical GST rate band (varies — verify on CBIC portal) is 18%.
Are zinc-plated alloy steel products covered under HSN 7226?
Yes, HSN 7226 includes specific flat-rolled products of alloy steel less than 600mm wide when coated with zinc, such as those covered by 72269300 (electrolytic zinc plating) and 72269400 (other zinc plating). Examples include galvanized alloy steel strips or sheets. Typical GST rate band (varies — verify on CBIC portal) is 18%.