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# HSN Code 72221191: Hot-rolled Circular Chromium Bars (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 7222: Knitted clothing articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7222/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Bars and rods, not further worked than hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded : Of circular cross section : Other : Chromium type | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72221191 ?

It includes Bright Chromium Steel Bars

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Hot-rolled Circular Chromium Bars (Other) is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Hot-rolled Circular Chromium Bars (Other)?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Hot-rolled Circular Chromium Bars (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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Hot-rolled Circular Chromium Bars (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.

### How much GST applies to Hot-rolled Circular Chromium Bars (Other)?

Under HSN 72221191, Hot-rolled Circular Chromium Bars (Other) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72221191 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (+74.29% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2 Cr (+80.85% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #7947 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7222: 0.01% of its exports; import side 0.13%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7222: #23 of 26 by export value; import-side #19

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -28.38% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8674 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +78.57% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7222: 0.01% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72221191

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. 7222 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7222 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 4.52 | 0.0002% | — | 0.08% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.10% | +3.93 | #5981 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3.11 | 0.0001% | −31.19% | 0.06% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +6.78% | 0.10% | +2.48 | #6422 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.54 | 0.0001% | −50.48% | 0.03% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −14.29% | 0.13% | +1.00 | #7262 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −90.91% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +53.70% | 0.14% | −0.69 | #9373 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +78.57% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −45.78% | 0.06% | −0.20 | #9146 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +40.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +108.89% | 0.11% | −0.59 | #9076 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +74.29% | 0.01% | 1.70 | 0.0000% | +80.85% | 0.13% | −1.09 | #8674 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -28.38%/yr, imports 19.29%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72221191 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -28.38% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72221191 have declined at a compound annual rate of -28.38% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹4.52 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.61 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72221191 ranked #8674 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72221191 ranks #8674 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7222, it ranks #23 of 26. By trade surplus, it ranks #7947 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72221191 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72221191 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 78.57% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1.09 Crore in HSN Code 72221191 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1.70 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.61 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1.09 Crore — ranking #7947 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 19.29% CAGR signals rising demand for Hot-rolled Circular Chromium Bars (Other)

India's imports under HSN Code 72221191 have grown at 19.29% CAGR, reaching ₹1.70 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72221191 contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 7222 exports — ranked #23

Among the 26 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7222, HSN Code 72221191 ranks #23 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.13% share (rank #19).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7222

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72222012: Bright Ni-Cr Austenitic Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72222012/) | ₹3,386 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72224020: Angles & Sections (<80mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72224020/) | ₹1,610 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72223012: Nickel chromium austenitic bars](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72223012/) | ₹1,369 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72222019: Cold-formed Other Bright Bars](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72222019/) | ₹607 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 72221119: Bright Steel Bars (Circular)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72221119/) | ₹565 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 72221111: Hot-rolled Circular Chromium Bars](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72221111/) | ₹414 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 72222011: Cold-formed Chromium Bright Bars](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72222011/) | ₹402 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 72221992: Ni-Cr Austenitic Steel Bars](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72221992/) | ₹377 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 72221199: Other Steel Bars (Circular)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72221199/) | ₹175 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72222099: Other Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72222099/) | ₹130 Cr |
| #23 | HSN Code 72221191: Hot-rolled Circular Chromium Bars (Other) (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |