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# HSN Code 72189910: Other | Other | Billets

- [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 7218: Stainless steel products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7218/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Other : Billets | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72189910 ?

It includes Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Coils (>10mm, Chromium, ≤14mm)

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other / Other / Billets?

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 Other / Other / Billets?

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

### How much GST applies to Other / Other / Billets?

Under HSN 72189910, Other / Other / Billets attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other / Other / Billets?

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 / Billets?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72189910 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹289 Cr (+48.64% YoY) — 0.0079% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2,045 Cr (+89.64% YoY) — 0.0337% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,756 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12390 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7218: 88.70% of its exports; import side 23.88%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7218: #1 of 4 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 14.91% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1480 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +82.14% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7218: 88.70% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72189910

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. 7218 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7218 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 125.71 | 0.0055% | — | 76.53% | 306.34 | 0.0085% | — | 78.59% | −180.63 | #1767 |
| FY 2019-20 | 86.66 | 0.0039% | −31.06% | 73.73% | 252.64 | 0.0075% | −17.53% | 71.03% | −165.98 | #2174 |
| FY 2020-21 | 130.08 | 0.0060% | +50.10% | 82.52% | 172.59 | 0.0059% | −31.69% | 76.34% | −42.51 | #1804 |
| FY 2021-22 | 236.93 | 0.0075% | +82.14% | 82.30% | 357.87 | 0.0078% | +107.35% | 88.22% | −120.94 | #1496 |
| FY 2022-23 | 395.08 | 0.0109% | +66.75% | 87.22% | 508.65 | 0.0088% | +42.13% | 6.16% | −113.57 | #1103 |
| FY 2023-24 | 194.66 | 0.0054% | −50.73% | 79.27% | 1,078.32 | 0.0192% | +112.00% | 9.22% | −883.66 | #1808 |
| FY 2024-25 | 289.34 | 0.0079% | +48.64% | 88.70% | 2,044.91 | 0.0337% | +89.64% | 23.88% | −1,755.57 | #1480 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 14.91%/yr, imports 37.22%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72189910 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 14.91% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72189910 have grown at a compound annual rate of 14.91% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹125.71 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹289.34 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72189910 ranked #1480 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72189910 ranks #1480 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7218, it ranks #1 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #12390 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72189910 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72189910 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 82.14% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,755.57 Crore in HSN Code 72189910 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹2,044.91 Cr exceeded exports of ₹289.34 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,755.57 Crore — ranking #12390 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 37.22% CAGR signals rising demand for Other | Other | Billets

India's imports under HSN Code 72189910 have grown at 37.22% CAGR, reaching ₹2,044.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72189910 contributes 88.70% of Sub-Chapter 7218 exports — ranked #1

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7218, HSN Code 72189910 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 88.70% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 23.88% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7218

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 72189910: Other \| Other \| Billets (this hsn code) | ₹289 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72189990: Stainless steel semi-finished products \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72189990/) | ₹18 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72181000: Ingots And Other Primary Forms](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72181000/) | ₹12 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72189100: Rectangular cross-section steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72189100/) | ₹7 Cr |