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# HSN Code 72222099: Other Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods

- [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 : Other : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72222099 ?

It includes Bright Bars

### How much GST applies to Other Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods?

Under HSN 72222099, Other Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods?

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 Other Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods?

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 Other Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods?

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 72222099 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹130 Cr (−6.96% YoY) — 0.0035% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹168 Cr (+74.83% YoY) — 0.0028% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹38 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10029 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7222: 1.38% of its exports; import side 13.26%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7222: #10 of 26 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 28.17% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2342 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +183.39% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7222: 1.38% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72222099

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 | 29.33 | 0.0013% | — | 0.49% | 100.58 | 0.0028% | — | 17.05% | −71.25 | #3603 |
| FY 2019-20 | 28.25 | 0.0013% | −3.68% | 0.51% | 106.81 | 0.0032% | +6.19% | 17.22% | −78.56 | #3670 |
| FY 2020-21 | 24.69 | 0.0011% | −12.60% | 0.49% | 43.95 | 0.0015% | −58.85% | 10.57% | −19.26 | #3911 |
| FY 2021-22 | 69.97 | 0.0022% | +183.39% | 0.84% | 79.45 | 0.0017% | +80.77% | 12.95% | −9.48 | #2882 |
| FY 2022-23 | 113.18 | 0.0031% | +61.76% | 1.30% | 95.27 | 0.0017% | +19.91% | 12.87% | +17.91 | #2372 |
| FY 2023-24 | 139.74 | 0.0039% | +23.47% | 1.50% | 95.86 | 0.0017% | +0.62% | 11.40% | +43.88 | #2186 |
| FY 2024-25 | 130.02 | 0.0035% | −6.96% | 1.38% | 167.59 | 0.0028% | +74.83% | 13.26% | −37.57 | #2342 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 28.17%/yr, imports 8.88%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72222099 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 28.17% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72222099 have grown at a compound annual rate of 28.17% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹29.33 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹130.02 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72222099 ranked #2342 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72222099 ranks #2342 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7222, it ranks #10 of 26. By trade surplus, it ranks #10029 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72222099 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72222099 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 183.39% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹37.57 Crore in HSN Code 72222099 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹167.59 Cr exceeded exports of ₹130.02 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹37.57 Crore — ranking #10029 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 8.88% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Cold-Formed/Finished Bars/Rods

India's imports under HSN Code 72222099 have grown at 8.88% CAGR, reaching ₹167.59 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72222099 contributes 1.38% of Sub-Chapter 7222 exports — ranked #10

Among the 26 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7222, HSN Code 72222099 ranks #10 by export value — accounting for 1.38% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 13.26% share (rank #2).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹130 Cr |