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# HSN Code 72179091: Other : Other : High tensile quality

- [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 : Other : High tensile quality | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72179091 ?

It includes Wire of iron or non-alloy steel | Other

### Any common misclassification issue with Other : Other : High tensile quality?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other : Other : High tensile quality?

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 Other : Other : High tensile quality?

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 Other : Other : High tensile quality?

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 Other : Other : High tensile quality is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other : Other : High tensile quality; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72179091 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3 Cr (−35.78% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (+53.85% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹2 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #4205 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7217: 0.58% of its exports; import side 0.06%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7217: #9 of 17 by export value; import-side #15

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 7.56% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7302 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +267.24% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7217: 0.58% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72179091

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 | 1.75 | 0.0001% | — | 0.63% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.02% | +1.44 | #7089 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.16 | 0.0001% | −33.71% | 0.39% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +70.97% | 0.05% | +0.63 | #7456 |
| FY 2020-21 | 4.26 | 0.0002% | +267.24% | 1.35% | 1.41 | 0.0000% | +166.04% | 0.16% | +2.85 | #6123 |
| FY 2021-22 | 8.11 | 0.0003% | +90.38% | 1.10% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −63.12% | 0.05% | +7.59 | #5747 |
| FY 2022-23 | 6.94 | 0.0002% | −14.43% | 1.43% | 1.02 | 0.0000% | +96.15% | 0.09% | +5.92 | #6091 |
| FY 2023-24 | 4.22 | 0.0001% | −39.19% | 0.92% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −61.76% | 0.03% | +3.83 | #6778 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.71 | 0.0001% | −35.78% | 0.58% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +53.85% | 0.06% | +2.11 | #7302 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 7.56%/yr, imports 11.63%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72179091 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 7.56% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72179091 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.56% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.75 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.71 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72179091 ranked #7302 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72179091 ranks #7302 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7217, it ranks #9 of 17. By trade surplus, it ranks #4205 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72179091 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72179091 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 267.24% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹2.11 Crore in HSN Code 72179091 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹2.71 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.60 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹2.11 Crore — ranking #4205 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 11.63% CAGR signals rising demand for Other : Other : High tensile quality

India's imports under HSN Code 72179091 have grown at 11.63% CAGR, reaching ₹0.60 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72179091 contributes 0.58% of Sub-Chapter 7217 exports — ranked #9

Among the 17 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7217, HSN Code 72179091 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 0.58% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.06% share (rank #15).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72179019/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #9 | HSN Code 72179091: Other : Other : High tensile quality (this hsn code) | ₹3 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72179092: Other \| Other \| Electrode Quality](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72179092/) | ₹2 Cr |