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# HSN Code 72210090: Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel

- [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 7221: Stainless steel bars and rods](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7221/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, of stainless steel : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72210090 ?

It includes Bright Steel Bars (Circular)

### How much GST applies to Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel?

Under HSN 72210090, Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel?

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 Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel?

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 Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72210090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹585 Cr (+9.63% YoY) — 0.0159% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹276 Cr (+2.48% YoY) — 0.0045% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹309 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #893 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7221: 60.37% of its exports; import side 75.84%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7221: #1 of 4 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 7.30% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #884 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +92.09% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7221: 60.37% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72210090

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. 7221 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7221 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 383.24 | 0.0168% | — | 70.30% | 518.42 | 0.0145% | — | 96.59% | −135.18 | #818 |
| FY 2019-20 | 364.17 | 0.0165% | −4.98% | 67.33% | 379.86 | 0.0113% | −26.73% | 89.73% | −15.69 | #844 |
| FY 2020-21 | 498.57 | 0.0232% | +36.91% | 71.32% | 303.57 | 0.0104% | −20.08% | 75.76% | +195.00 | #682 |
| FY 2021-22 | 957.71 | 0.0305% | +92.09% | 71.29% | 397.86 | 0.0087% | +31.06% | 82.15% | +559.85 | #479 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,022.99 | 0.0283% | +6.82% | 67.68% | 302.10 | 0.0053% | −24.07% | 75.19% | +720.89 | #492 |
| FY 2023-24 | 533.36 | 0.0147% | −47.86% | 59.80% | 268.94 | 0.0048% | −10.98% | 85.09% | +264.42 | #908 |
| FY 2024-25 | 584.74 | 0.0159% | +9.63% | 60.37% | 275.61 | 0.0045% | +2.48% | 75.84% | +309.13 | #884 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 7.30%/yr, imports -9.99%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72210090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 7.30% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72210090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.30% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹383.24 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹584.74 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72210090 ranked #884 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72210090 ranks #884 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7221, it ranks #1 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #893 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72210090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72210090 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 92.09% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹309.13 Crore in HSN Code 72210090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹584.74 Cr exceeded imports of ₹275.61 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹309.13 Crore — ranking #893 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -9.99% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel

India's imports under HSN Code 72210090 have grown at -9.99% CAGR, reaching ₹275.61 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72210090 contributes 60.37% of Sub-Chapter 7221 exports — ranked #1

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7221, HSN Code 72210090 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 60.37% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 75.84% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7221

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 72210090: Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel (this hsn code) | ₹585 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72210012: Bright SS Bars (Ni-Cr Austenitic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72210012/) | ₹284 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72210011: Wrought Aluminium Bars and Rods](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72210011/) | ₹55 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72210019: Other Bright Stainless Steel Bars](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72210019/) | ₹45 Cr |