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# HSN Code 72222011: Cold-formed Chromium Bright Bars

- [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 cold-formed or cold-finished : Bright bars : Chromium type | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72222011 ?

It includes Other Chromium Type Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Cold-formed Chromium Bright Bars is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Cold-formed Chromium Bright Bars?

Under HSN 72222011, Cold-formed Chromium Bright Bars attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Cold-formed Chromium Bright Bars?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cold-formed Chromium Bright Bars?

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-formed Chromium Bright Bars?

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 72222011 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹402 Cr (−6.46% YoY) — 0.0109% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹27 Cr (+15.02% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹375 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #785 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7222: 4.26% of its exports; import side 2.13%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7222: #7 of 26 by export value; import-side #11

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -1.83% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1182 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +49.10% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7222: 4.26% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72222011

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 | 449.00 | 0.0197% | — | 7.51% | 9.48 | 0.0003% | — | 1.61% | +439.52 | #719 |
| FY 2019-20 | 298.00 | 0.0135% | −33.63% | 5.39% | 33.28 | 0.0010% | +251.05% | 5.37% | +264.72 | #997 |
| FY 2020-21 | 278.99 | 0.0130% | −6.38% | 5.55% | 23.40 | 0.0008% | −29.69% | 5.63% | +255.59 | #1076 |
| FY 2021-22 | 415.98 | 0.0133% | +49.10% | 5.00% | 45.06 | 0.0010% | +92.56% | 7.34% | +370.92 | #1000 |
| FY 2022-23 | 399.71 | 0.0110% | −3.91% | 4.58% | 25.70 | 0.0004% | −42.96% | 3.47% | +374.01 | #1096 |
| FY 2023-24 | 429.66 | 0.0119% | +7.49% | 4.60% | 23.37 | 0.0004% | −9.07% | 2.78% | +406.29 | #1089 |
| FY 2024-25 | 401.89 | 0.0109% | −6.46% | 4.26% | 26.88 | 0.0004% | +15.02% | 2.13% | +375.01 | #1182 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -1.83%/yr, imports 18.97%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72222011 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -1.83% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72222011 have declined at a compound annual rate of -1.83% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹449.00 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹401.89 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72222011 ranked #1182 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72222011 ranks #1182 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7222, it ranks #7 of 26. By trade surplus, it ranks #785 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72222011 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72222011 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 49.10% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹375.01 Crore in HSN Code 72222011 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹401.89 Cr exceeded imports of ₹26.88 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹375.01 Crore — ranking #785 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 18.97% CAGR signals rising demand for Cold-formed Chromium Bright Bars

India's imports under HSN Code 72222011 have grown at 18.97% CAGR, reaching ₹26.88 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72222011 contributes 4.26% of Sub-Chapter 7222 exports — ranked #7

Among the 26 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7222, HSN Code 72222011 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 4.26% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.13% share (rank #11).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |