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# HSN Code 72111910: Flats, hot-rolled

- [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 7211: Flat-rolled iron & steel products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7211/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Not further worked than hot-rolled : Other : Flats | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72111910 ?

It includes Hot-rolled sheets

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Flats, hot-rolled?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Flats, hot-rolled?

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

### How much GST applies to Flats, hot-rolled?

Under HSN 72111910, Flats, hot-rolled attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Flats, hot-rolled?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Flats, hot-rolled is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Flats, hot-rolled; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Flats, hot-rolled?

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 72111910 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹9 Cr (−18.31% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−54.55% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹8 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #3433 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7211: 3.20% of its exports; import side 0.05%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7211: #6 of 32 by export value; import-side #16

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 4.80% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5984 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +194.93% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7211: 3.20% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72111910

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. 7211 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7211 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 6.43 | 0.0003% | — | 2.06% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.04% | +6.34 | #5547 |
| FY 2019-20 | 12.80 | 0.0006% | +99.07% | 4.06% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −55.56% | 0.02% | +12.76 | #4695 |
| FY 2020-21 | 8.48 | 0.0004% | −33.75% | 1.97% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +475.00% | 0.12% | +8.25 | #5300 |
| FY 2021-22 | 25.01 | 0.0008% | +194.93% | 2.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +60.87% | 0.14% | +24.64 | #4291 |
| FY 2022-23 | 8.80 | 0.0002% | −64.81% | 1.70% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +8.11% | 0.12% | +8.40 | #5792 |
| FY 2023-24 | 10.43 | 0.0003% | +18.52% | 2.71% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +10.00% | 0.12% | +9.99 | #5680 |
| FY 2024-25 | 8.52 | 0.0002% | −18.31% | 3.20% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −54.55% | 0.05% | +8.32 | #5984 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 4.80%/yr, imports 14.23%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72111910 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 4.80% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72111910 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.80% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹6.43 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹8.52 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72111910 ranked #5984 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72111910 ranks #5984 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7211, it ranks #6 of 32. By trade surplus, it ranks #3433 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72111910 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72111910 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 194.93% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹8.32 Crore in HSN Code 72111910 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹8.52 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.20 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹8.32 Crore — ranking #3433 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 14.23% CAGR signals rising demand for Flats, hot-rolled

India's imports under HSN Code 72111910 have grown at 14.23% CAGR, reaching ₹0.20 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72111910 contributes 3.20% of Sub-Chapter 7211 exports — ranked #6

Among the 32 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7211, HSN Code 72111910 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 3.20% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.05% share (rank #16).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7211

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72112950: Hot rolled steel sheets, coated, painted, etc.](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72112950/) | ₹120 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72112990: Cold-rolled other steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72112990/) | ₹49 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72112350: Other Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel Flat Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72112350/) | ₹32 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72111990: Hot-rolled, other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72111990/) | ₹16 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 72111410: Hot-Rolled Flats (≥4.75mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72111410/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #6 | HSN Code 72111910: Flats, hot-rolled (this hsn code) | ₹9 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 72111950: Strip, hot-rolled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72111950/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 72112390: Other Non-Alloy Stainless Steel Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72112390/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 72111940: Hot-rolled sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72111940/) | ₹4 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72112330: Stainless Steel Sheets, Cold-Rolled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72112330/) | ₹4 Cr |