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# HSN Code 72222019: Cold-formed Other 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 : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72222019 ?

It includes Other Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cold-formed Other 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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Cold-formed Other 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 Other Bright Bars; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

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

Under HSN 72222019, Cold-formed Other Bright Bars attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cold-formed Other Bright Bars?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Cold-formed Other 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72222019 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹607 Cr (−6.78% YoY) — 0.0165% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹122 Cr (−5.78% YoY) — 0.0020% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹484 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #655 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7222: 6.43% of its exports; import side 9.66%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7222: #4 of 26 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 26.10% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #853 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +166.66% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7222: 6.43% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72222019

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 | 150.88 | 0.0066% | — | 2.52% | 98.14 | 0.0027% | — | 16.64% | +52.74 | #1587 |
| FY 2019-20 | 106.72 | 0.0048% | −29.27% | 1.93% | 94.45 | 0.0028% | −3.76% | 15.23% | +12.27 | #1938 |
| FY 2020-21 | 87.25 | 0.0041% | −18.24% | 1.74% | 71.60 | 0.0025% | −24.19% | 17.22% | +15.65 | #2213 |
| FY 2021-22 | 171.56 | 0.0055% | +96.63% | 2.06% | 83.19 | 0.0018% | +16.19% | 13.56% | +88.37 | #1804 |
| FY 2022-23 | 243.98 | 0.0067% | +42.21% | 2.80% | 79.87 | 0.0014% | −3.99% | 10.79% | +164.11 | #1529 |
| FY 2023-24 | 650.60 | 0.0180% | +166.66% | 6.97% | 129.52 | 0.0023% | +62.16% | 15.40% | +521.08 | #757 |
| FY 2024-25 | 606.51 | 0.0165% | −6.78% | 6.43% | 122.04 | 0.0020% | −5.78% | 9.66% | +484.47 | #853 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 26.10%/yr, imports 3.70%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72222019 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 26.10% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72222019 have grown at a compound annual rate of 26.10% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹150.88 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹606.51 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72222019 ranked #853 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72222019 ranks #853 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7222, it ranks #4 of 26. By trade surplus, it ranks #655 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72222019 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72222019 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 166.66% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹484.47 Crore in HSN Code 72222019 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹606.51 Cr exceeded imports of ₹122.04 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹484.47 Crore — ranking #655 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 3.70% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Cold-formed Other Bright Bars

India's imports under HSN Code 72222019 have grown at 3.70% CAGR, reaching ₹122.04 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72222019 contributes 6.43% of Sub-Chapter 7222 exports — ranked #4

Among the 26 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7222, HSN Code 72222019 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 6.43% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 9.66% share (rank #4).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |