7220.20.70 - Of a thickness exceeding 0.25 mm but not exceeding 1.25 mm

This classification pertains to flat-rolled stainless steel products that have been cold-rolled (or cold-reduced) and have a width of less than 300 mm. Crucially, the material within this category is specifically defined by its thickness: it must exceed 0.25 mm but not exceed 1.25 mm. This precise thickness range is a key determinant for proper classification within the broader category of cold-rolled flat-rolled stainless steel.

It is important to distinguish this category from its siblings. Unlike 7220.20.60, which covers similar cold-rolled stainless steel products but with a thickness exceeding 1.25 mm, this category focuses on thinner materials. Conversely, it differs from the sibling category "Of a thickness not exceeding 0.25 mm," which encompasses even thinner cold-rolled stainless steel strips. The stipulated thickness range of >0.25 mm to ≤1.25 mm is the defining characteristic for goods falling under 7220.20.70.

Further subdivisions exist within this category to account for specific alloy compositions and general material types. Subcategory 7220.20.70.05 distinguishes products made from high-nickel alloy steel, which may have unique properties and applications. The "Other" subcategory serves to capture remaining stainless steel products within the defined thickness and width parameters that do not meet the criteria for high-nickel alloy steel. This hierarchical structure allows for a more granular and accurate classification of various stainless steel strip products.