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# HSN Code 72155090: Cold-formed steel, other

- [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 7215: Steel Bars & Rods](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7215/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other, not further worked than cold-formed or cold-finished : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72155090 ?

It includes Other bars and rods of non-alloy steel | Other

### How much GST applies to Cold-formed steel, other?

Under HSN 72155090, Cold-formed steel, other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Cold-formed steel, other?

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 Cold-formed steel, other is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cold-formed steel, other?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cold-formed steel, other?

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 72155090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹74 Cr (−54.46% YoY) — 0.0020% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹39 Cr (−32.23% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹35 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2424 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7215: 6.23% of its exports; import side 30.85%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7215: #4 of 6 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 6.01% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3070 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +86.28% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7215: 6.23% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72155090

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. 7215 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7215 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 52.08 | 0.0023% | — | 10.36% | 81.58 | 0.0023% | — | 41.63% | −29.50 | #2794 |
| FY 2019-20 | 50.07 | 0.0023% | −3.86% | 9.54% | 68.38 | 0.0020% | −16.18% | 44.00% | −18.31 | #2870 |
| FY 2020-21 | 47.22 | 0.0022% | −5.69% | 9.14% | 37.23 | 0.0013% | −45.55% | 33.87% | +9.99 | #3031 |
| FY 2021-22 | 87.96 | 0.0028% | +86.28% | 9.92% | 35.53 | 0.0008% | −4.57% | 27.65% | +52.43 | #2588 |
| FY 2022-23 | 135.15 | 0.0037% | +53.65% | 9.59% | 72.68 | 0.0013% | +104.56% | 43.49% | +62.47 | #2172 |
| FY 2023-24 | 162.35 | 0.0045% | +20.13% | 12.14% | 58.08 | 0.0010% | −20.09% | 40.17% | +104.27 | #2020 |
| FY 2024-25 | 73.93 | 0.0020% | −54.46% | 6.23% | 39.36 | 0.0006% | −32.23% | 30.85% | +34.57 | #3070 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 6.01%/yr, imports -11.44%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72155090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 6.01% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72155090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.01% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹52.08 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹73.93 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72155090 ranked #3070 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72155090 ranks #3070 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7215, it ranks #4 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #2424 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72155090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72155090 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 86.28% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹34.57 Crore in HSN Code 72155090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹73.93 Cr exceeded imports of ₹39.36 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹34.57 Crore — ranking #2424 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -11.44% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Cold-formed steel, other

India's imports under HSN Code 72155090 have grown at -11.44% CAGR, reaching ₹39.36 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72155090 contributes 6.23% of Sub-Chapter 7215 exports — ranked #4

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7215, HSN Code 72155090 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 6.23% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 30.85% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7215

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72159090: Other bars and rods of non-alloy steel \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72159090/) | ₹870 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72159020: Other : Plated or coated with other base metals](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72159020/) | ₹128 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72155010: Mild Steel Bright Bar (Cold-Formed)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72155010/) | ₹84 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 72155090: Cold-formed steel, other (this hsn code) | ₹74 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 72151000: Free-Cutting Steel Bars & Rods: Cold-Formed or Cold-Finished](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72151000/) | ₹16 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 72159010: Other \| Plated Or Coated With Zinc](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72159010/) | ₹15 Cr |