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HSN Code 72173020: Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG)
HSN Code 72173020 represents Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 72173020, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG).
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Description of Goods for HSN Code 72173020
HSN Code 72173020 relates to the following description.
What does HSN Code 72173020 not include?
Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG) does not include products with the following descriptions.
Not plated or coated, whether or not polished : Of a thickness of 18 SWG and below
Not plated or coated, whether or not polished : Of a thickness above 18 SWG but up to 26 SWG
Not plated or coated, whether or not polished : Of a thickness above 26 SWG
Plated or coated with zinc : Of a thickness of 18 SWG and below
Plated or coated with zinc : Of a thickness above 18 SWG but up to 26 SWG
Plated or coated with zinc : Of a thickness above 26 SWG
Plated or coated with other base metals : Of a thickness of 18 SWG and below
Plated or coated with other base metals : Of a thickness above 26 SWG
Other : Shaped and profiled wire : Of cross section – half round
Other : Shaped and profiled wire : Of cross section – flat and rectangular
Other : Shaped and profiled wire : Of cross section – ‘z’ shaped
Other : Shaped and profiled wire : Of cross section – other shapes
Other : Other : High tensile quality
Other : Other : Electrode quality
Other : Other : Electric resistance wire (including electric resistance heating wire)
Other : Other : Other
Not plated or coated, whether or not polished : Of a thickness of 18 SWG and below
Not plated or coated, whether or not polished : Of a thickness above 18 SWG but up to 26 SWG
Not plated or coated, whether or not polished : Of a thickness above 26 SWG
Plated or coated with zinc : Of a thickness of 18 SWG and below
Plated or coated with zinc : Of a thickness above 18 SWG but up to 26 SWG
Plated or coated with zinc : Of a thickness above 26 SWG
Plated or coated with other base metals : Of a thickness of 18 SWG and below
Plated or coated with other base metals : Of a thickness above 26 SWG
Other : Shaped and profiled wire : Of cross section – half round
Other : Shaped and profiled wire : Of cross section – flat and rectangular
Other : Shaped and profiled wire : Of cross section – ‘z’ shaped
Other : Shaped and profiled wire : Of cross section – other shapes
Other : Other : High tensile quality
Other : Other : Electrode quality
Other : Other : Electric resistance wire (including electric resistance heating wire)
Other : Other : Other
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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 72173020 in FY 2025-26
India’s Exports
FY 2025-26₹37 Cr
0.0010% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2025-26₹56 Cr
0.0008% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2025-26−₹19 Cr
Surplus rank #9581 of 12872 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 7217
FY 2025-267.08%
Share of Sub-Chapter 7217’s total exports in FY 2025-26
Import side: 7.63% of Sub-Chapter 7217’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 7217
FY 2025-26#4 of 17
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 7217
Import-side rank: #4 of 17
At a glance
3.67%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years
#4183
National Export Rank
of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26
+229.56%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move
7.08%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7217
Share of Sub-Chapter 7217 exports in FY 2025-26
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 72173020
8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
−138.58
Exports
29.02 ₹ Cr
0.0013% share
— YoY
10.50% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Imports
167.60 ₹ Cr
0.0047% share
— YoY
11.02% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Balance
−115.00
Exports
20.53 ₹ Cr
0.0009% share
−29.26% YoY
6.85% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Imports
135.53 ₹ Cr
0.0040% share
−19.13% YoY
13.69% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Balance
−131.77
Exports
17.56 ₹ Cr
0.0008% share
−14.47% YoY
5.57% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Imports
149.33 ₹ Cr
0.0051% share
+10.18% YoY
16.98% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Balance
−117.39
Exports
57.87 ₹ Cr
0.0018% share
+229.56% YoY
7.84% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Imports
175.26 ₹ Cr
0.0038% share
+17.36% YoY
16.05% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Balance
−136.46
Exports
19.89 ₹ Cr
0.0005% share
−65.63% YoY
4.10% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Imports
156.35 ₹ Cr
0.0027% share
−10.79% YoY
13.03% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Balance
−161.27
Exports
12.19 ₹ Cr
0.0003% share
−38.71% YoY
2.64% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Imports
173.46 ₹ Cr
0.0031% share
+10.94% YoY
15.32% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Balance
−53.06
Exports
17.32 ₹ Cr
0.0005% share
+42.08% YoY
3.74% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Imports
70.38 ₹ Cr
0.0012% share
−59.43% YoY
7.33% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Balance
−19.08
Exports
37.35 ₹ Cr
0.0010% share
+115.65% YoY
7.08% of Sub-Ch. 7217
Imports
56.43 ₹ Cr
0.0008% share
−19.82% YoY
7.63% of Sub-Ch. 7217
CAGR · 8-Year
Exports
3.67% /yr
Imports
−14.40% /yr
reference, FY 2025-26
Export
₹527.36 Cr
Import
₹739.25 Cr
Trade Balance
−211.89
Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 72173020 Export-Import Analysis
Consistent Export Growth: 3.67% CAGR Over 8 Years
India's exports under HSN Code 72173020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 3.67% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹29.02 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹37.35 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 72173020 Ranked #4183 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value
In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 72173020 ranks #4183 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7217, it ranks #4 of 17. By trade surplus, it ranks #9581 of 12872.
FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 72173020 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72173020 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 229.56% over the prior year.
India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹19.08 Crore in HSN Code 72173020 Goods
In FY 2025-26, India's imports of ₹56.43 Cr exceeded exports of ₹37.35 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹19.08 Crore — ranking #9581 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.
Import Growth of −14.40% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG)
India's imports under HSN Code 72173020 have grown at −14.40% CAGR, reaching ₹56.43 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 72173020 Contributes 7.08% of Sub-Chapter 7217 Exports — Ranked #4
Among the 17 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7217, HSN Code 72173020 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 7.08% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 7.63% share (rank #4).
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 72173020 and GST compliance.
What products are classified under HSN 72173020 ?
It includes Flat & Rectangular Shaped and Profiled Wire
How much GST applies to Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG)?
Under HSN 72173020, Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.
Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG)?
If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.
Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 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 Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG) is sold with other items?
Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG); Nil for exempt items if applicable).
Any common misclassification issue with Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG)?
Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.