HSN Code 72172010: Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below

HSN Code 72172010 represents Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 72172010, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 72172010

HSN Code 72172010 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Plated or coated with zinc : Of a thickness of 18 SWG and below

Chapter

72 - Iron and steel

Sub Chapter

7217 - Wire of iron or non-alloy steel

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 72172010 not include?

Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 72171010

Not plated or coated, whether or not polished : Of a thickness of 18 SWG and below

HSN Code 72171020

Not plated or coated, whether or not polished : Of a thickness above 18 SWG but up to 26 SWG

HSN Code 72171030

Not plated or coated, whether or not polished : Of a thickness above 26 SWG

HSN Code 72173010

Plated or coated with other base metals : Of a thickness of 18 SWG and below

HSN Code 72173020

Plated or coated with other base metals : Of a thickness above 18 SWG but up to 26 SWG

HSN Code 72179012

Other : Shaped and profiled wire : Of cross section – flat and rectangular

HSN Code 72179093

Other : Other : Electric resistance wire (including electric resistance heating wire)

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 72172010 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹215 Cr

−10.70% vs FY 2023-24

0.0059% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹201 Cr

+9.36% vs FY 2023-24

0.0033% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹14 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #3067 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 7217

FY 2024-25

46.48%

Share of Sub-Chapter 7217’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 20.94% of Sub-Chapter 7217’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 7217

FY 2024-25

#1 of 17

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 7217

Import-side rank: #2 of 17

At a glance

12.91%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#1766

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+169.06%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

46.48%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7217

Share of Sub-Chapter 7217 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 72172010

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #1966

Balance

−223.27

Exports

103.97 ₹ Cr

0.0046% share

— YoY

37.63% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

327.24 ₹ Cr

0.0091% share

— YoY

21.52% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1815

Balance

−88.70

Exports

119.91 ₹ Cr

0.0054% share

+15.33% YoY

39.98% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

208.61 ₹ Cr

0.0062% share

−36.25% YoY

21.07% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1815

Balance

−5.03

Exports

128.38 ₹ Cr

0.0060% share

+7.06% YoY

40.72% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

133.41 ₹ Cr

0.0046% share

−36.05% YoY

15.17% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1159

Balance

+268.23

Exports

345.42 ₹ Cr

0.0110% share

+169.06% YoY

46.80% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

77.19 ₹ Cr

0.0017% share

−42.14% YoY

7.07% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1840

Balance

+35.39

Exports

180.41 ₹ Cr

0.0050% share

−47.77% YoY

37.23% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

145.02 ₹ Cr

0.0025% share

+87.87% YoY

12.08% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1591

Balance

+57.33

Exports

241.23 ₹ Cr

0.0067% share

+33.71% YoY

52.34% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

183.90 ₹ Cr

0.0033% share

+26.81% YoY

16.24% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1766

Balance

+14.31

Exports

215.43 ₹ Cr

0.0059% share

−10.70% YoY

46.48% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

201.12 ₹ Cr

0.0033% share

+9.36% YoY

20.94% of Sub-Ch. 7217

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

12.91% /yr

Imports

−7.79% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 7217 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹463.47 Cr

Import

₹960.60 Cr

Trade Balance

−497.13

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 72172010 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 12.91% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 72172010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.91% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹103.97 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹215.43 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 72172010 Ranked #1766 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72172010 ranks #1766 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7217, it ranks #1 of 17. By trade surplus, it ranks #3067 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 72172010 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72172010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 169.06% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹14.31 Crore in HSN Code 72172010 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹215.43 Cr exceeded imports of ₹201.12 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹14.31 Crore — ranking #3067 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −7.79% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below

India's imports under HSN Code 72172010 have grown at −7.79% CAGR, reaching ₹201.12 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 72172010 Contributes 46.48% of Sub-Chapter 7217 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 17 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7217, HSN Code 72172010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 46.48% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 20.94% share (rank #2).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 72172010 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 72172010 ?

It includes Steel Sheets Plated or Coated with Base Metals: Thickness ≤ 18 SWG

How should mixed supplies be billed when Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below?

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 Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below?

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

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below?

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.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.