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# HSN Code 72179019: Shaped wire other shapes

- [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 7217: Iron/non-alloy steel wire](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7217/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Shaped and profiled wire : Of cross section – other shapes | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72179019 ?

It includes Electric Resistance Wire

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Shaped wire other shapes?

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 Shaped wire other shapes?

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.

### How much GST applies to Shaped wire other shapes?

Under HSN 72179019, Shaped wire other shapes attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Shaped wire other shapes?

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 Shaped wire other shapes?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Shaped wire other shapes is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Shaped wire other shapes; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72179019 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3 Cr (+16.96% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹20 Cr (+7.67% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹17 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9436 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7217: 0.73% of its exports; import side 2.10%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7217: #8 of 17 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 27.68% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7067 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +327.27% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7217: 0.73% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72179019

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. 7217 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7217 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.28% | 20.19 | 0.0006% | — | 1.33% | −19.41 | #7838 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −1.28% | 0.26% | 19.15 | 0.0006% | −5.15% | 1.93% | −18.38 | #7842 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.29 | 0.0002% | +327.27% | 1.04% | 16.85 | 0.0006% | −12.01% | 1.92% | −13.56 | #6449 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −75.99% | 0.11% | 25.96 | 0.0006% | +54.07% | 2.38% | −25.17 | #8195 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −7.59% | 0.15% | 21.71 | 0.0004% | −16.37% | 1.81% | −20.98 | #8374 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2.89 | 0.0001% | +295.89% | 0.63% | 18.78 | 0.0003% | −13.50% | 1.66% | −15.89 | #7190 |
| FY 2024-25 | 3.38 | 0.0001% | +16.96% | 0.73% | 20.22 | 0.0003% | +7.67% | 2.10% | −16.84 | #7067 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 27.68%/yr, imports 0.02%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72179019 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 27.68% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72179019 have grown at a compound annual rate of 27.68% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.78 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3.38 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72179019 ranked #7067 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72179019 ranks #7067 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7217, it ranks #8 of 17. By trade surplus, it ranks #9436 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72179019 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72179019 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 327.27% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹16.84 Crore in HSN Code 72179019 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹20.22 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3.38 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹16.84 Crore — ranking #9436 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 0.02% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Shaped wire other shapes

India's imports under HSN Code 72179019 have grown at 0.02% CAGR, reaching ₹20.22 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72179019 contributes 0.73% of Sub-Chapter 7217 exports — ranked #8

Among the 17 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7217, HSN Code 72179019 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 0.73% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.10% share (rank #7).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7217

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72172010: Zinc coated, 18 SWG and below](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72172010/) | ₹215 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72171020: Non-Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72171020/) | ₹79 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72171010: Non-Plated/Coated Wire (≤18 SWG)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72171010/) | ₹70 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72173010: Steel Sheets Plated or Coated with Base Metals: Thickness ≤ 18 SWG](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72173010/) | ₹29 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 72172020: Zinc-Coated Steel Products: Thickness >18 SWG ≤ 26 SWG](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72172020/) | ₹26 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 72173020: Other Base Metal Plated/Coated Wire (>18-26 SWG)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72173020/) | ₹17 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 72179099: Wire of iron or non-alloy steel \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72179099/) | ₹15 Cr |
| #8 | HSN Code 72179019: Shaped wire other shapes (this hsn code) | ₹3 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 72179091: Other : Other : High tensile quality](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72179091/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72179092: Other \| Other \| Electrode Quality](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72179092/) | ₹2 Cr |