Chapter 72
HS code 7204 is the Harmonized System classification for Metal Scrap — the code customs authorities use to identify these shipments and apply duties worldwide. Below are the leading metal scrap trading countries from real shipment records, plus the subheadings under 7204.
Subheadings under HS 7204
- 7204 Iron/steel scrap
- 7404 Copper scrap
Top exporting countries
| # | Country | Shipments |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 3,069,620 |
| 2 | Germany | 2,095,926 |
| 3 | Japan | 1,756,858 |
| 4 | United States | 1,512,520 |
| 5 | South Korea | 1,434,988 |
| 6 | Italy | 956,418 |
Top importing countries
| # | Country | Shipments |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 2,645,084 |
| 2 | China | 2,303,323 |
| 3 | Germany | 2,008,764 |
| 4 | Italy | 1,241,259 |
| 5 | South Korea | 1,123,103 |
| 6 | Mexico | 1,115,424 |
Full Metal Scrap trade data
Get the complete ranking, buyers & suppliers, ports and volumes for HS 7204.
Related HS codes (Chapter 72)
FAQs
What is HS code 7204?
HS 7204 is the Harmonized System classification for Metal Scrap. Customs authorities worldwide use it to identify Metal Scrap shipments and apply duties.
Which countries trade Metal Scrap (HS 7204) the most?
Top Metal Scrap exporters include China, Germany, Japan, United States, South Korea. Open the full Metal Scrap dataset for the complete ranking with buyers, suppliers and volumes.