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# HSN Code 72162200: T Sections (< 80 mm)

- [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 7216: Iron anchors and grapnels](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7216/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| L or T sections, not further worked than hotrolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80 mm : T sections | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72162200 ?

It includes H sections (height >= 80mm): H-Beam

### How much GST applies to T Sections (< 80 mm)?

Under HSN 72162200, T Sections (< 80 mm) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when T Sections (< 80 mm) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for T Sections (< 80 mm); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for T Sections (< 80 mm)?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with T Sections (< 80 mm)?

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 T Sections (< 80 mm)?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72162200 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹5 Cr (+0.21% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−25.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹5 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #3757 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7216: 0.74% of its exports; import side 0.08%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7216: #14 of 16 by export value; import-side #13

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 28.29% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6643 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +212.84% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7216: 0.74% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72162200

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. 7216 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7216 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.09 | 0.0000% | — | 0.17% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +1.09 | #7547 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3.41 | 0.0002% | +212.84% | 0.60% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.27% | +2.68 | #6308 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.59 | 0.0002% | +5.28% | 0.58% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −83.56% | 0.06% | +3.47 | #6333 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.58 | 0.0001% | −28.13% | 0.21% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +166.67% | 0.20% | +2.26 | #7064 |
| FY 2022-23 | 4.59 | 0.0001% | +77.91% | 0.33% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +9.38% | 0.21% | +4.24 | #6551 |
| FY 2023-24 | 4.85 | 0.0001% | +5.66% | 0.59% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −20.00% | 0.10% | +4.57 | #6612 |
| FY 2024-25 | 4.86 | 0.0001% | +0.21% | 0.74% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −25.00% | 0.08% | +4.65 | #6643 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 28.29%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72162200 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 28.29% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72162200 have grown at a compound annual rate of 28.29% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.09 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹4.86 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72162200 ranked #6643 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72162200 ranks #6643 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7216, it ranks #14 of 16. By trade surplus, it ranks #3757 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72162200 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72162200 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 212.84% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹4.65 Crore in HSN Code 72162200 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹4.86 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.21 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹4.65 Crore — ranking #3757 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 72162200 contributes 0.74% of Sub-Chapter 7216 exports — ranked #14

Among the 16 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7216, HSN Code 72162200 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 0.74% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.08% share (rank #13).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7216

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72165000: Other Hot-Rolled/Drawn/Extruded Angles/Shapes/Sections](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72165000/) | ₹268 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72163200: I sections (height >= 80mm): I-Beam](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72163200/) | ₹80 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72163100: U sections (height >= 80mm): U-Channel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72163100/) | ₹66 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72163300: H sections (height >= 80mm): H-Beam](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72163300/) | ₹46 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 72162100: L Sections (<80mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72162100/) | ₹46 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 72169910: Other: Plated/coated with zinc](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72169910/) | ₹33 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 72166100: Angles & Sections (Flat-Rolled)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72166100/) | ₹30 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 72169990: Other Stainless Steel Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72169990/) | ₹24 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 72164000: Stainless Steel Wire](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72164000/) | ₹23 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72166900: Angles & Sections (Other Cold-Formed)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72166900/) | ₹19 Cr |
| #14 | HSN Code 72162200: T Sections (< 80 mm) (this hsn code) | ₹5 Cr |