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HSN Code 72172020: Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG

HSN Code 72172020 represents Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 72172020, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 72172020

HSN Code 72172020 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Plated or coated with zinc : Of a thickness above 18 SWG but up to 26 SWG

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 72172020 not include?

Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG 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)

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 72172020 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2025-26

₹32 Cr

+25.04% vs FY 2024-25

0.0008% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2025-26

₹17 Cr

+33.76% vs FY 2024-25

0.0002% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2025-26

₹15 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #3111 of 12872 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 7217

FY 2025-26

6.05%

Share of Sub-Chapter 7217’s total exports in FY 2025-26

Import side: 2.28% of Sub-Chapter 7217’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 7217

FY 2025-26

#5 of 17

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

Import-side rank: #9 of 17

At a glance

7.65%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years

#4409

National Export Rank

of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26

+155.98%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

6.05%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7217

Share of Sub-Chapter 7217 exports in FY 2025-26

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 72172020

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #4166

Balance

−29.82

Exports

19.05 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

— YoY

6.89% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

48.87 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

— YoY

3.21% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #4066

Balance

+10.68

Exports

20.53 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+7.77% YoY

6.85% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

9.85 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−79.84% YoY

0.99% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #3883

Balance

+18.22

Exports

25.33 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

+23.38% YoY

8.03% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

7.11 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−27.82% YoY

0.81% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #2989

Balance

+51.28

Exports

64.84 ₹ Cr

0.0021% share

+155.98% YoY

8.78% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

13.56 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+90.72% YoY

1.24% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #3587

Balance

+27.03

Exports

46.22 ₹ Cr

0.0013% share

−28.72% YoY

9.54% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

19.19 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+41.52% YoY

1.60% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #4137

Balance

+16.21

Exports

32.35 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

−30.01% YoY

7.02% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

16.14 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−15.89% YoY

1.43% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #4542

Balance

+12.90

Exports

25.52 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

−21.11% YoY

5.51% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

12.62 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−21.81% YoY

1.31% of Sub-Ch. 7217

FY 2025-26 Exp. Rank #4409

Balance

+15.03

Exports

31.91 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

+25.04% YoY

6.05% of Sub-Ch. 7217

Imports

16.88 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+33.76% YoY

2.28% of Sub-Ch. 7217

CAGR · 8-Year

Exports

7.65% /yr

Imports

−14.09% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 7217 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹527.36 Cr

Import

₹739.25 Cr

Trade Balance

−211.89

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 72172020 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 7.65% CAGR Over 8 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 72172020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.65% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹19.05 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹31.91 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Code 72172020 Ranked #4409 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 72172020 ranks #4409 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7217, it ranks #5 of 17. By trade surplus, it ranks #3111 of 12872.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 72172020 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72172020 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 155.98% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹15.03 Crore in HSN Code 72172020 Goods

In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹31.91 Cr exceeded imports of ₹16.88 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹15.03 Crore — ranking #3111 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −14.09% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG

India's imports under HSN Code 72172020 have grown at −14.09% CAGR, reaching ₹16.88 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Code 72172020 Contributes 6.05% of Sub-Chapter 7217 Exports — Ranked #5

Among the 17 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7217, HSN Code 72172020 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 6.05% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 2.28% share (rank #9).

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 72172020 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 72172020 ?

It includes Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG)

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG?

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.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

How much GST applies to Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG?

Under HSN 72172020, Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG?

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-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Zinc-Plated or Coated Steel Wire, Above 18 SWG up to 26 SWG?

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

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