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# HSN Code 72072090: Other Cold-Rolled Bars and Rods

- [Section 15: Guide to HSN Section 15](https://busy.in/hsn/section-15/)
- [Chapter 72: Iron & Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-72/)
- [Sub-chapter 7207: Semi-finished Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7207/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Containing by weight 0.20% or more of carbon : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72072090 ?

It includes Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Sheets

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Cold-Rolled Bars and Rods?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

### How much GST applies to Other Cold-Rolled Bars and Rods?

Under HSN 72072090, Other Cold-Rolled Bars and Rods attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Cold-Rolled Bars and Rods is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Cold-Rolled Bars and Rods; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Cold-Rolled Bars and Rods?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Cold-Rolled Bars and Rods?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72072090 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹16 Cr (−54.07% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹60 Cr (+21.76% YoY) — 0.0010% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹44 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10138 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7207: 0.52% of its exports; import side 5.37%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7207: #5 of 15 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -4.32% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5129 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,700.11% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7207: 0.52% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72072090

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 7207 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7207 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 21.48 | 0.0009% | — | 0.28% | 30.72 | 0.0009% | — | 2.33% | −9.24 | #4017 |
| FY 2019-20 | 9.42 | 0.0004% | −56.15% | 0.11% | 40.97 | 0.0012% | +33.37% | 10.60% | −31.55 | #5086 |
| FY 2020-21 | 169.57 | 0.0079% | +1,700.11% | 0.85% | 19.76 | 0.0007% | −51.77% | 4.75% | +149.81 | #1537 |
| FY 2021-22 | 325.53 | 0.0104% | +91.97% | 1.48% | 37.17 | 0.0008% | +88.11% | 37.03% | +288.36 | #1228 |
| FY 2022-23 | 23.92 | 0.0007% | −92.65% | 0.32% | 36.87 | 0.0006% | −0.81% | 2.28% | −12.95 | #4461 |
| FY 2023-24 | 35.88 | 0.0010% | +50.00% | 0.90% | 49.30 | 0.0009% | +33.71% | 2.43% | −13.42 | #3999 |
| FY 2024-25 | 16.48 | 0.0004% | −54.07% | 0.52% | 60.03 | 0.0010% | +21.76% | 5.37% | −43.55 | #5129 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -4.32%/yr, imports 11.81%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72072090 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -4.32% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72072090 have declined at a compound annual rate of -4.32% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹21.48 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹16.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72072090 ranked #5129 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72072090 ranks #5129 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7207, it ranks #5 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #10138 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72072090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72072090 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 1,700.11% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹43.55 Crore in HSN Code 72072090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹60.03 Cr exceeded exports of ₹16.48 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹43.55 Crore — ranking #10138 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 11.81% CAGR signals rising demand for Other Cold-Rolled Bars and Rods

India's imports under HSN Code 72072090 have grown at 11.81% CAGR, reaching ₹60.03 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72072090 contributes 0.52% of Sub-Chapter 7207 exports — ranked #5

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7207, HSN Code 72072090 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 0.52% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 5.37% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7207

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72071290: Other Wire Rods](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72071290/) | ₹2,142 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72071920: Bars and Rods of Alloy Hot-Rolled Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72071920/) | ₹882 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72071190: Other Semi-Finished Steel Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72071190/) | ₹53 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72071990: Other Hot-Rolled Bars and Rods](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72071990/) | ₹48 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Code 72072090: Other Cold-Rolled Bars and Rods (this hsn code) | ₹16 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 72071910: Bars and Rods of Non-Alloy Hot-Rolled Iron](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72071910/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 72071110: Semi-Finished Products of Iron or Non-Alloy Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72071110/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 72071120: Semi-Finished Alloy Steel Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72071120/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 72072010: Bars and Rods of Non-Alloy Cold-Rolled Iron](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72072010/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72072030: Bars and Rods of Stainless Cold-Rolled Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72072030/) | < ₹1 Crore |