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ARTICLES OF IRON OR STEEL›Other tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (for example, open seam or welded, riveted or similarly closed), of iron or steel
Other, welded, of non-circular cross-section - Of square or rectangular cross-section
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Classification of rectangular hollow sections - CN 730661
CN code 730661 covers welded steel tubes with square or rectangular cross-section (RHS/SHS hollow sections). Produced by forming steel strip and ERW welding, used in building structures, halls, bridges, barriers, metal furniture and frames. Produced from steel S235JRH to S460J2H per EN 10219 (cold-formed) or EN 10210 (hot-finished). Sizes from 20x20 mm to 400x400 mm (square) and 50x30 mm to 500x300 mm (rectangular). Classification requires welding and rectangular or square cross-section.
Import requirements for rectangular sections CN 730661
Importing under CN 730661 follows Union Customs Code. Structural sections under CPR (EU) No 305/2011 requiring CE marking with Declaration of Performance per EN 10219 or EN 10210. Documents: commercial invoice, material certificate EN 10204, transport documents, certificate of origin. From 1 January 2026, CBAM may apply. Products must comply with REACH. Welded hollow sections are high-volume trade products.
Trade measures for rectangular sections CN 730661
Sections under 730661 subject to safeguard TRQ with 25% additional duty. AD duties on sections from China, India or Turkey - check TARIC. Imports from Russia/Belarus sanctioned. Welded hollow sections are among the most important steel product market segments. Major suppliers: China, Turkey, India, EU. Total costs: MFN, AD, safeguard, CBAM, VAT. TARIC for rates.
Importing welded rectangular hollow sections into the EU - procedure
The import procedure for welded rectangular hollow sections (CN code 7306 61) into the European Union requires filing a customs declaration in the national import system. Essential documents include a commercial invoice, transport document, certificate of origin (for preferential tariff rates) and quality certificates confirming compliance with EN standards. Steel articles may be subject to EU safeguard measures and anti-dumping duties depending on the country of origin. The standard duty rate ranges from 0% to 3.7% depending on the specific TARIC subheading. Import VAT is charged on the.
Frequently asked questions
What are RHS/SHS hollow sections under CN 730661?
RHS (Rectangular Hollow Section) and SHS (Square Hollow Section) are welded tubes with rectangular or square cross-section. Produced by forming steel strip and ERW welding. Used in building, hall, bridge structures and machine frames. Sizes from 20x20 mm to 500x300 mm.
What standards apply to welded hollow sections?
Cold-formed sections under EN 10219, hot-finished under EN 10210. CE marking required under CPR (EU) No 305/2011 with Declaration of Performance. Material certificate EN 10204 mandatory. EN 1993 (Eurocode 3) governs design of structures using hollow sections.
Are rectangular welded sections subject to CBAM?
From 1 January 2026, CBAM enters full operation. Welded sections under Chapter 73 may be subject to CBAM. Verify scope for 730661 and comply with registration and reporting if covered.
What documents are needed to import welded rectangular hollow sections (CN 7306 61)?
To import goods under CN code 7306 61, the following documents are required: commercial invoice, transport document (CMR/B/L), certificate of origin (EUR.1 or invoice declaration for preferences), quality or mill certificate, and a customs.
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