7222.40.30 - Hot-rolled, not drilled, not punched and not otherwise advanced

This HTS category encompasses angles, shapes, and sections made from stainless steel that have undergone a hot-rolling process. Crucially, these items are not drilled, punched, or otherwise further advanced beyond the initial hot-rolling. This designation differentiates them from more finished or modified stainless steel structural components.

The primary distinction from its sibling category, 7222.40.60.00 (Other), lies in the exclusion of "other" modifications. While this category specifically covers hot-rolled items that remain in their basic form after rolling, the sibling category would likely include angles, shapes, and sections that have undergone additional processing such as machining, cutting to specific lengths beyond standard mill lengths, or other forms of fabrication not falling under "drilled, punched, or otherwise advanced."

This category further subdivides based on the physical dimensions of the stainless steel angles, shapes, and sections. The subcategories are distinguished by the maximum cross-sectional dimension: those with a dimension of 80 mm or more, and those with a dimension of less than 80 mm. This bifurcation is a critical factor for classification, allowing for more precise categorization based on the size and potential application of the material.