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# HSN Code 72193420: Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Chromium)

- [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 7219: Stainless steel flat products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7219/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Not further worked than cold-rolled (cold reduced) : Of a thickness of 0.5 mm or more but not exceeding 1 mm : Nickel chromium austenitic type | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72193420 ?

It includes Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (Chromium)

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Chromium)?

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 Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Chromium)?

Under HSN 72193420, Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Chromium) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Chromium)?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Chromium)?

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 Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Chromium)?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72193420 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹180 Cr (−42.58% YoY) — 0.0049% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹404 Cr (+85.12% YoY) — 0.0066% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹224 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11388 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7219: 3.94% of its exports; import side 2.35%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7219: #7 of 54 by export value; import-side #9

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 3.29% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1947 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +123.10% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7219: 3.94% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72193420

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. 7219 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7219 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 148.28 | 0.0065% | — | 4.79% | 45.18 | 0.0013% | — | 0.94% | +103.10 | #1595 |
| FY 2019-20 | 246.21 | 0.0112% | +66.04% | 7.24% | 117.20 | 0.0035% | +159.41% | 1.78% | +129.01 | #1150 |
| FY 2020-21 | 201.44 | 0.0094% | −18.18% | 7.23% | 71.97 | 0.0025% | −38.59% | 2.01% | +129.47 | #1350 |
| FY 2021-22 | 449.41 | 0.0143% | +123.10% | 6.27% | 163.01 | 0.0036% | +126.50% | 1.91% | +286.40 | #939 |
| FY 2022-23 | 251.50 | 0.0069% | −44.04% | 6.30% | 308.90 | 0.0054% | +89.50% | 2.23% | −57.40 | #1493 |
| FY 2023-24 | 313.61 | 0.0087% | +24.70% | 5.40% | 218.25 | 0.0039% | −29.35% | 1.60% | +95.36 | #1351 |
| FY 2024-25 | 180.06 | 0.0049% | −42.58% | 3.94% | 404.03 | 0.0066% | +85.12% | 2.35% | −223.97 | #1947 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 3.29%/yr, imports 44.07%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72193420 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 3.29% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72193420 have grown at a compound annual rate of 3.29% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹148.28 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹180.06 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72193420 ranked #1947 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72193420 ranks #1947 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7219, it ranks #7 of 54. By trade surplus, it ranks #11388 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72193420 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72193420 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 123.10% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹223.97 Crore in HSN Code 72193420 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹404.03 Cr exceeded exports of ₹180.06 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹223.97 Crore — ranking #11388 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 44.07% CAGR signals rising demand for Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Chromium)

India's imports under HSN Code 72193420 have grown at 44.07% CAGR, reaching ₹404.03 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72193420 contributes 3.94% of Sub-Chapter 7219 exports — ranked #7

Among the 54 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7219, HSN Code 72193420 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 3.94% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.35% share (rank #9).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7219

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72192122: Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Plates (>14mm, Austenitic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72192122/) | ₹813 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72191200: Flat-rolled Copper and Copper Alloys](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72191200/) | ₹726 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72192212: Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Plates (4.75-10mm, Austenitic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72192212/) | ₹603 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72193320: Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥0.5mm – ≤1mm, Ni-Cr Austenitic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72193320/) | ₹477 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 72191300: Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel (3-4.75mm, Coils)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72191300/) | ₹278 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 72199013: Sheets and plates: Thickness < 3 mm](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72199013/) | ₹227 Cr |
| #7 | HSN Code 72193420: Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Chromium) (this hsn code) | ₹180 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 72193220: Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72193220/) | ₹154 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 72192320: Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel (≥3mm – <4.75mm, Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72192320/) | ₹147 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72199012: Sheets and plates: 3-4.75 mm thick](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72199012/) | ₹143 Cr |