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# HSN Code 72169920: Coated with base metals other than zinc

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other: Other : Plated or coated with base metals other than zinc | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72169920 ?

It includes Other Stainless Steel Products

### How much GST applies to Coated with base metals other than zinc?

Under HSN 72169920, Coated with base metals other than zinc attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Coated with base metals other than zinc is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Coated with base metals other than zinc; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Any common misclassification issue with Coated with base metals other than zinc?

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 with base metals other than zinc?

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 with base metals other than zinc?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Coated with base metals other than zinc?

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 72169920 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (+7.14% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−83.33% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: < ₹1 Crore (Surplus); surplus rank #4985 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7216: 0.05% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7216: #16 of 16 by export value; import-side #15

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -33.21% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #9201 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +71.70% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7216: 0.05% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72169920

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 | 3.38 | 0.0001% | — | 0.53% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +3.38 | #6332 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −86.09% | 0.08% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.47 | #8241 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −31.91% | 0.05% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.32 | #8563 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +65.63% | 0.04% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.53 | #8529 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +71.70% | 0.07% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.05% | +0.83 | #8185 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −69.23% | 0.03% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −25.00% | 0.02% | +0.22 | #9231 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +7.14% | 0.05% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −83.33% | 0.00% | +0.29 | #9201 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -33.21%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72169920 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -33.21% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72169920 have declined at a compound annual rate of -33.21% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹3.38 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.30 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72169920 ranked #9201 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72169920 ranks #9201 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7216, it ranks #16 of 16. By trade surplus, it ranks #4985 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72169920 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72169920 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 71.70% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹0.29 Crore in HSN Code 72169920 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.30 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.01 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.29 Crore — ranking #4985 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 72169920 contributes 0.05% of Sub-Chapter 7216 exports — ranked #16

Among the 16 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7216, HSN Code 72169920 ranks #16 by export value — accounting for 0.05% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share (rank #15).

## 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 |
| #16 | HSN Code 72169920: Coated with base metals other than zinc (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |