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# HSN Code 72091820: Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets

- [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 7209: Flat-Rolled Iron Products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7209/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| In coils, not further worked than cold-rolled (cold-reduced) : Of a thickness of less than 0.5 mm : sheets | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72091820 ?

It includes Cold-Rolled Steel Coils Pickled or Oiled

### Any common misclassification issue with Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets?

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 Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets?

Under HSN 72091820, Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72091820 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹15 Cr (−22.03% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹215 Cr (+406.16% YoY) — 0.0035% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹200 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11311 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7209: 0.57% of its exports; import side 11.46%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7209: #7 of 33 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -45.31% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5301 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +13.79% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7209: 0.57% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72091820

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. 7209 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7209 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 542.40 | 0.0237% | — | 19.42% | 32.00 | 0.0009% | — | 1.06% | +510.40 | #605 |
| FY 2019-20 | 422.85 | 0.0192% | −22.04% | 19.51% | 60.29 | 0.0018% | +88.41% | 3.11% | +362.56 | #758 |
| FY 2020-21 | 193.33 | 0.0090% | −54.28% | 9.08% | 18.74 | 0.0006% | −68.92% | 1.64% | +174.59 | #1400 |
| FY 2021-22 | 219.99 | 0.0070% | +13.79% | 2.66% | 7.54 | 0.0002% | −59.77% | 0.40% | +212.45 | #1554 |
| FY 2022-23 | 26.87 | 0.0007% | −87.79% | 1.17% | 13.32 | 0.0002% | +76.66% | 0.46% | +13.55 | #4309 |
| FY 2023-24 | 18.61 | 0.0005% | −30.74% | 0.56% | 42.38 | 0.0008% | +218.17% | 1.94% | −23.77 | #4872 |
| FY 2024-25 | 14.51 | 0.0004% | −22.03% | 0.57% | 214.51 | 0.0035% | +406.16% | 11.46% | −200.00 | #5301 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -45.31%/yr, imports 37.31%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72091820 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -45.31% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72091820 have declined at a compound annual rate of -45.31% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹542.40 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹14.51 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72091820 ranked #5301 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72091820 ranks #5301 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7209, it ranks #7 of 33. By trade surplus, it ranks #11311 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72091820 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72091820 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 13.79% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹200.00 Crore in HSN Code 72091820 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹214.51 Cr exceeded exports of ₹14.51 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹200.00 Crore — ranking #11311 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 37.31% CAGR signals rising demand for Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets

India's imports under HSN Code 72091820 have grown at 37.31% CAGR, reaching ₹214.51 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72091820 contributes 0.57% of Sub-Chapter 7209 exports — ranked #7

Among the 33 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7209, HSN Code 72091820 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 0.57% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 11.46% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7209

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72091730: Cold-Rolled Steel Strip (0.5-1mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091730/) | ₹1,287 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72091630: Cold-Rolled Steel Strip (1-3mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091630/) | ₹923 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72091830: Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Strips](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091830/) | ₹117 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72091530: Steel Strips Pickled or Oiled, Not Coated](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091530/) | ₹81 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 72091720: Cold-Rolled Steel Sheet (0.5-1mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091720/) | ₹60 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 72091890: Other Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091890/) | ₹15 Cr |
| #7 | HSN Code 72091820: Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets (this hsn code) | ₹15 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 72091620: Cold-Rolled Steel Sheets (1 mm – 3 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091620/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 72091790: Cold-Rolled Steel (0.5-1mm, Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091790/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72092820: Coated Cold-Rolled Steel Sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092820/) | ₹3 Cr |