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# HSN Code 72259930: Plastics coated, painted or colored

- [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 7225: Alloy steel flat products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7225/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Other :Painted, coloured or coated with plastics | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72259930 ?

It includes Of silicon-electrical steel : Other : Hot rolled

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Plastics coated, painted or colored?

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 Plastics coated, painted or colored is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Plastics coated, painted or colored; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Plastics coated, painted or colored?

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 Plastics coated, painted or colored?

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 Plastics coated, painted or colored?

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.

### How much GST applies to Plastics coated, painted or colored?

Under HSN 72259930, Plastics coated, painted or colored attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72259930 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹16 Cr (−25.39% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports
- Imports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹16 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #3002 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7225: 3.95% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7225: #3 of 30 by export value

### Key metrics

- National export rank: #5187 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: −25.39% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7225: 3.95% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72259930

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. 7225 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7225 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | 21.15 | 0.0006% | — | 3.01% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +21.15 | #4703 |
| FY 2024-25 | 15.78 | 0.0004% | −25.39% | 3.95% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +15.78 | #5187 |

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72259930 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 72259930

India exported ₹15.78 Crore worth of Plastics coated, painted or colored in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### HSN Code 72259930 ranked #5187 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72259930 ranks #5187 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7225, it ranks #3 of 30. By trade surplus, it ranks #3002 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72259930 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72259930 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports declined by 25.39% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹15.78 Crore in HSN Code 72259930 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹15.78 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹15.78 Crore — ranking #3002 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 72259930 contributes 3.95% of Sub-Chapter 7225 exports — ranked #3

Among the 30 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7225, HSN Code 72259930 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 3.95% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7225

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72259990: Flat-rolled alloy steel (≥600 mm width) \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72259990/) | ₹265 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 72259290: Plated or coated with zinc: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72259290/) | ₹38 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 72259930: Plastics coated, painted or colored (this hsn code) | ₹16 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72254013: High Tensile Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72254013/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 72254019: Other Hot-Rolled Other (>4.75mm, Non-Coils)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72254019/) | ₹13 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 72253090: Hot-rolled coils: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72253090/) | ₹13 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 72251990: Of silicon-electrical steel : Other : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72251990/) | ₹12 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 72259920: Aluminium-zinc alloys](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72259920/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 72251100: Of silicon-electrical steel : Grain-oriented](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72251100/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72255010: Other Cold-Rolled Other (<3mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72255010/) | ₹5 Cr |