7208.40 - Not in coils, not further worked than hot-rolled, with patterns in relief:

This HTS category, 7208.40, specifically covers flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel that have a width of 600 mm or more and are hot-rolled. Crucially, these products are not clad, plated, or coated, and they feature patterns in relief but are not in coils and have not undergone further working beyond the hot-rolling process.

Within the broader classification of hot-rolled flat-rolled products (7208), this category is distinguished from its siblings by its form and finish. Unlike sibling categories that may include products in coils or those that are pickled, 7208.40 exclusively addresses products that are no longer in coil form and possess raised patterns on their surface. It also differentiates itself from categories that are "other" not in coils, by specifically requiring the presence of patterns in relief.

The subcategories within 7208.40 further refine the classification based on a critical physical dimension: thickness. Products are divided into those with a thickness of 4.75 mm or more (7208.40.30) and those with a thickness of less than 4.75 mm (7208.40.60). This distinction is common in the classification of steel products and reflects variations in manufacturing processes and potential end-use applications.