Other bars and rods of stainless steel — HTS 7222
Other bars and rods of stainless steel; angles, shapes and sections of stainless steel
Chapter 72 › Heading 7222
2026 HTS Rev 19 Synced Rules verified Operational
Written to help non-specialists understand this page. Rates, dates, and legal facts come from the official records above and on the linked source.
HTS heading 7222 is a broad product category for certain stainless-steel mill products. It covers “other bars and rods” of stainless steel, along with stainless-steel angles, shapes, and sections. In general, these are solid, relatively long products made by processes such as hot-rolling, hot-drawing, or extrusion; the exact scope depends on the detailed HTS provisions and legal notes.
To reach the correct 8-digit HTSUS code, start with the product’s physical form and manufacturing method, then review the listed material or product-type distinctions under heading 7222. The lower-level provisions may separate products by characteristics such as whether they are forged, hot-rolled, cold-formed or cold-finished, and by the stainless-steel grade or chemical composition. Confirm the complete product description, including dimensions and cross-sectional shape, against the current HTSUS and any applicable classification guidance.
What to check
- Obtain the mill certificate or technical specification showing the steel grade, chemical composition, and mechanical details.
- Determine whether the item is a bar or rod, or an angle, shape, or section, and document its cross-sectional profile and dimensions.
- Verify the manufacturing process, such as forging, hot-rolling, hot-drawing, extrusion, or cold-finishing; do not classify by appearance alone.
- Read every subordinate provision under heading 7222 and compare its wording with the product and invoice description before selecting the 8-digit code.
- If the product is borderline, unusually shaped, processed after production, or described inconsistently, ask a customs broker or seek a formal classification ruling.
HTS heading 7222 summary
Other bars and rods of stainless steel is a 4-digit product category containing 4 published product-code lines in this snapshot. A heading does not carry one universal duty rate; classification must be narrowed to the line matching the product facts.
How to find your code in this category
A heading is a product category. To get the exact duty, narrow from this 4-digit heading to a sub-category (usually by material), then open the 8-digit code that matches your product.
Open any code in the tables below to see its exact duty rate, a duty calculator (enter your shipment value → estimated duty and landed cost), the rate-change history chart, and the country-by-country breakdown (including Section 301/232 add-on duties).
Why you have to click in: a single category can contain products with very different duties. The rate depends on the specific product — its material and construction — and on the country of origin, and those only get pinned down at the 8-digit code level. That is why this page points you to codes instead of showing one rate for the whole category.
Sub-categories
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 7222.40 | Angles, shapes and sections |
Product codes & duty rates
👇 Each row is a specific product code — click a blue code to open its full page with exact duty rates by country, the rate-history chart, and a duty calculator. 👉
| Code | Description | General (MFN) | Special | Column 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7222.11.00 👉 | Of circular cross-section | Free | — | 29% |
| 7222.19.00 👉 | Other | Free | — | 29% |
| 7222.20.00 👉 | Bars and rods, not further worked than cold-formed or cold-finished | Free | — | 29% |
| 7222.30.00 👉 | Other bars and rods | Free | — | 29% |
"Special" shows the free-trade-agreement rate; open a code to see exactly which countries qualify.
Common questions
What products fall under HTS heading 7222?
Other bars and rods of stainless steel; angles, shapes and sections of stainless steel. To classify a specific item you must pick the matching sub-category and 8-digit code above; the right choice usually depends on the material and construction of the product.
How do I choose the right code within this category?
Start from the sub-categories (typically divided by material—for example cotton versus man-made fibers), then open the active 8- or 10-digit code that matches the product. When unsure, a licensed customs broker or a CBP binding ruling can confirm the classification.
Reference information only, not customs, legal, or classification advice. Confirm the current code and rate against the official HTS before you import.