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HSN Code 72164000: Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More
HSN Code 72164000 represents Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 72164000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More.
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Description of Goods for HSN Code 72164000
HSN Code 72164000 relates to the following description.
What does HSN Code 72164000 not include?
Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More does not include products with the following descriptions.
U, I or H sections, not further worked than hot- rolled,hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80 mm
L or T sections, not further worked than hotrolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80 mm : L sections
L or T sections, not further worked than hotrolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80 mm : T sections
U, I or H sections, not further worked than hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded of a height of 80 mm or more : U sections
U, I or H sections, not further worked than hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded of a height of 80 mm or more : I sections
U, I or H sections, not further worked than hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded of a height of 80 mm or more : H sections
Other angles, shapes and sections, not further worked than hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded
Angles, shapes and sections, not further worked than cold-formed or cold-finished : Obtained from flat-rolled products
Angles, shapes and sections, not further worked than cold-formed or cold-finished : Other
Other: Cold-formed or cold-finished from flat rolled products
Other: Other : Plated or coated with zinc
Other: Other : Plated or coated with base metals other than zinc
Other: Other : Slotted angles and slotted channels
Other: Other : Forged
Other: Other : Other
U, I or H sections, not further worked than hot- rolled,hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80 mm
L or T sections, not further worked than hotrolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80 mm : L sections
L or T sections, not further worked than hotrolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80 mm : T sections
U, I or H sections, not further worked than hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded of a height of 80 mm or more : U sections
U, I or H sections, not further worked than hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded of a height of 80 mm or more : I sections
U, I or H sections, not further worked than hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded of a height of 80 mm or more : H sections
Other angles, shapes and sections, not further worked than hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded
Angles, shapes and sections, not further worked than cold-formed or cold-finished : Obtained from flat-rolled products
Angles, shapes and sections, not further worked than cold-formed or cold-finished : Other
Other: Cold-formed or cold-finished from flat rolled products
Other: Other : Plated or coated with zinc
Other: Other : Plated or coated with base metals other than zinc
Other: Other : Slotted angles and slotted channels
Other: Other : Forged
Other: Other : Other
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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 72164000 in FY 2025-26
India’s Exports
FY 2025-26₹9 Cr
0.0002% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2025-26< ₹1 Crore
0.0000% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2025-26₹9 Cr
Surplus rank #3510 of 12872 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 7216
FY 2025-261.38%
Share of Sub-Chapter 7216’s total exports in FY 2025-26
Import side: 0.18% of Sub-Chapter 7216’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 7216
FY 2025-26#10 of 16
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 7216
Import-side rank: #11 of 16
At a glance
−14.31%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years
#6115
National Export Rank
of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26
+23.78%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2022-23 · strongest single-year move
1.38%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7216
Share of Sub-Chapter 7216 exports in FY 2025-26
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 72164000
8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
+25.75
Exports
26.29 ₹ Cr
0.0012% share
— YoY
4.16% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
— YoY
0.24% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Balance
+17.67
Exports
18.72 ₹ Cr
0.0009% share
−28.79% YoY
3.31% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Imports
1.05 ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+94.44% YoY
0.38% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Balance
+18.13
Exports
21.27 ₹ Cr
0.0010% share
+13.62% YoY
3.45% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Imports
3.14 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
+199.05% YoY
1.49% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Balance
+23.13
Exports
23.42 ₹ Cr
0.0007% share
+10.11% YoY
1.87% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
−90.76% YoY
0.18% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Balance
+27.85
Exports
28.99 ₹ Cr
0.0008% share
+23.78% YoY
2.07% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Imports
1.14 ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+293.10% YoY
0.69% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Balance
+28.62
Exports
28.93 ₹ Cr
0.0008% share
−0.21% YoY
3.54% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
−72.81% YoY
0.11% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Balance
+21.62
Exports
23.12 ₹ Cr
0.0006% share
−20.08% YoY
3.50% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Imports
1.50 ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
+383.87% YoY
0.54% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Balance
+8.57
Exports
8.92 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
−61.42% YoY
1.38% of Sub-Ch. 7216
Imports
< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr
0.0000% share
−76.67% YoY
0.18% of Sub-Ch. 7216
CAGR · 8-Year
Exports
−14.31% /yr
Imports
−6.01% /yr
reference, FY 2025-26
Export
₹646.26 Cr
Import
₹194.05 Cr
Trade Balance
+452.21
Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 72164000 Export-Import Analysis
Export Decline: −14.31% CAGR Over 8 Years
India's exports under HSN Code 72164000 have declined at a compound annual rate of −14.31% over 8 fiscal years, falling from ₹26.29 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹8.92 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 72164000 Ranked #6115 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value
In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 72164000 ranks #6115 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7216, it ranks #10 of 16. By trade surplus, it ranks #3510 of 12872.
FY 2022-23 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 72164000 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72164000 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 23.78% over the prior year.
India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹8.57 Crore in HSN Code 72164000 Goods
In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹8.92 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.35 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹8.57 Crore — ranking #3510 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.
Import Growth of −6.01% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More
India's imports under HSN Code 72164000 have grown at −6.01% CAGR, reaching ₹0.35 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 72164000 Contributes 1.38% of Sub-Chapter 7216 Exports — Ranked #10
Among the 16 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7216, HSN Code 72164000 ranks #10 by export value — accounting for 1.38% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 0.18% share (rank #11).
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 72164000 and GST compliance.
What products are classified under HSN 72164000 ?
It includes Angles & Sections (Other Cold-Formed)
Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More?
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 Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More?
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 Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More?
Under HSN 72164000, Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.
Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More?
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.
Any common misclassification issue with Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded Steel L or T Sections, 80 mm High or More?
Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.