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# HSN Code 72202090: Cold-rolled: Other

- [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 7220: Stainless steel flat products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7220/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Not further worked than cold-rolled (cold- reduced) : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72202090 ?

It includes Nickel Chromium Austenitic Pipe/Tube Strips (Non-Skelp)

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cold-rolled: Other?

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 Cold-rolled: Other?

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 Cold-rolled: Other?

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 Cold-rolled: Other is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Cold-rolled: Other?

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 72202090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹103 Cr (+11.22% YoY) — 0.0028% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹726 Cr (+1.76% YoY) — 0.0120% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹623 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12016 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7220: 7.26% of its exports; import side 47.55%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7220: #5 of 20 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 9.42% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2625 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +94.44% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7220: 7.26% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72202090

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. 7220 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7220 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 60.28 | 0.0026% | — | 7.53% | 998.05 | 0.0278% | — | 54.43% | −937.77 | #2614 |
| FY 2019-20 | 46.64 | 0.0021% | −22.63% | 6.59% | 884.63 | 0.0264% | −11.36% | 46.66% | −837.99 | #2981 |
| FY 2020-21 | 67.06 | 0.0031% | +43.78% | 9.21% | 701.53 | 0.0241% | −20.70% | 38.62% | −634.47 | #2536 |
| FY 2021-22 | 130.39 | 0.0042% | +94.44% | 9.16% | 640.11 | 0.0140% | −8.76% | 23.82% | −509.72 | #2102 |
| FY 2022-23 | 128.42 | 0.0035% | −1.51% | 7.04% | 787.81 | 0.0137% | +23.07% | 32.36% | −659.39 | #2227 |
| FY 2023-24 | 93.03 | 0.0026% | −27.56% | 6.00% | 713.64 | 0.0127% | −9.41% | 38.05% | −620.61 | #2675 |
| FY 2024-25 | 103.47 | 0.0028% | +11.22% | 7.26% | 726.18 | 0.0120% | +1.76% | 47.55% | −622.71 | #2625 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 9.42%/yr, imports -5.16%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72202090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 9.42% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72202090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.42% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹60.28 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹103.47 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72202090 ranked #2625 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72202090 ranks #2625 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7220, it ranks #5 of 20. By trade surplus, it ranks #12016 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72202090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72202090 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 94.44% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹622.71 Crore in HSN Code 72202090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹726.18 Cr exceeded exports of ₹103.47 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹622.71 Crore — ranking #12016 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -5.16% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Cold-rolled: Other

India's imports under HSN Code 72202090 have grown at -5.16% CAGR, reaching ₹726.18 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72202090 contributes 7.26% of Sub-Chapter 7220 exports — ranked #5

Among the 20 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7220, HSN Code 72202090 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 7.26% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 47.55% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7220

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72202022: Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (≥4.75mm, Chromium)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72202022/) | ₹535 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72202029: Other Aluminium Flat Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72202029/) | ₹322 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72202021: Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (Ni-Cr Austenitic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72202021/) | ₹258 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72201190: Hot-Rolled Steel Plates ≥ 4.75 mm Thickness, Not Further Worked](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201190/) | ₹107 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Code 72202090: Cold-rolled: Other (this hsn code) | ₹103 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 72201121: Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (≥4.75mm, Ni-Cr Austenitic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201121/) | ₹33 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 72201222: Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (<4.75mm, Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201222/) | ₹19 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 72201122: Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (≥4.75mm, Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201122/) | ₹17 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 72209090: Flat-Rolled Stainless Steel (<600mm Width) \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72209090/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72201290: Other Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel (<4.75mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201290/) | ₹11 Cr |