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# HSN Code 72224020: Angles & Sections (<80mm)

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Angles, shapes and sections : Of below 80 mm | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72224020 ?

It includes Stainless Steel Wire (0.46-1.5 mm)

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Angles & Sections (<80mm) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Angles & Sections (<80mm); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Angles & Sections (<80mm)?

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 Angles & Sections (<80mm)?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Angles & Sections (<80mm)?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Angles & Sections (<80mm)?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72224020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1,610 Cr (+8.00% YoY) — 0.0438% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹35 Cr (−39.17% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹1,575 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #250 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7222: 17.07% of its exports; import side 2.80%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7222: #2 of 26 by export value; import-side #10

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 6.70% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #342 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +63.80% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7222: 17.07% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72224020

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 | 1,091.34 | 0.0478% | — | 18.25% | 8.76 | 0.0002% | — | 1.48% | +1,082.58 | #303 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1,006.58 | 0.0457% | −7.77% | 18.22% | 10.03 | 0.0003% | +14.50% | 1.62% | +996.55 | #326 |
| FY 2020-21 | 977.63 | 0.0455% | −2.88% | 19.45% | 11.28 | 0.0004% | +12.46% | 2.71% | +966.35 | #365 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,601.37 | 0.0510% | +63.80% | 19.24% | 16.80 | 0.0004% | +48.94% | 2.74% | +1,584.57 | #304 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,347.94 | 0.0372% | −15.83% | 15.46% | 29.94 | 0.0005% | +78.21% | 4.04% | +1,318.00 | #380 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1,491.00 | 0.0412% | +10.61% | 15.97% | 58.28 | 0.0010% | +94.66% | 6.93% | +1,432.72 | #338 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1,610.28 | 0.0438% | +8.00% | 17.07% | 35.45 | 0.0006% | −39.17% | 2.80% | +1,574.83 | #342 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 6.70%/yr, imports 26.24%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72224020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 6.70% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72224020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.70% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1,091.34 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,610.28 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72224020 ranked #342 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72224020 ranks #342 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7222, it ranks #2 of 26. By trade surplus, it ranks #250 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72224020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72224020 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 63.80% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹1,574.83 Crore in HSN Code 72224020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹1,610.28 Cr exceeded imports of ₹35.45 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1,574.83 Crore — ranking #250 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 26.24% CAGR signals rising demand for Angles & Sections (<80mm)

India's imports under HSN Code 72224020 have grown at 26.24% CAGR, reaching ₹35.45 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72224020 contributes 17.07% of Sub-Chapter 7222 exports — ranked #2

Among the 26 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7222, HSN Code 72224020 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 17.07% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.80% share (rank #10).

## 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) (this hsn code) | ₹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 |