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# HSN Code 72269210: Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm)

- [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 7226: Hot-rolled alloy steel](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7226/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other: Not further worked than cold-rolled (cold- reduced) : Of a thickness of below 3 mm | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 72269210 ?

It includes Other: Other : Of a thickness of above 4.75 mm

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm)?

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

### How much GST applies to Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm)?

Under HSN 72269210, Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm)?

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 Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm)?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm)?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 72269210 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹34 Cr (+20.22% YoY) — 0.0009% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹104 Cr (+10.96% YoY) — 0.0017% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹70 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10502 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7226: 18.59% of its exports; import side 6.03%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7226: #2 of 35 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 123.00% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4130 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,270.33% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7226: 18.59% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 72269210

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. 7226 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7226 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.32% | 35.51 | 0.0010% | — | 4.22% | −35.23 | #8596 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −25.00% | 0.24% | 28.06 | 0.0008% | −20.98% | 5.05% | −27.85 | #8811 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +61.90% | 0.35% | 40.50 | 0.0014% | +44.33% | 7.69% | −40.16 | #8507 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.64 | 0.0001% | +382.35% | 0.55% | 61.59 | 0.0013% | +52.07% | 6.19% | −59.95 | #7532 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2.09 | 0.0001% | +27.44% | 0.46% | 104.82 | 0.0018% | +70.19% | 6.32% | −102.73 | #7390 |
| FY 2023-24 | 28.64 | 0.0008% | +1,270.33% | 10.17% | 94.12 | 0.0017% | −10.21% | 5.23% | −65.48 | #4308 |
| FY 2024-25 | 34.43 | 0.0009% | +20.22% | 18.59% | 104.44 | 0.0017% | +10.96% | 6.03% | −70.01 | #4130 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 123.00%/yr, imports 19.70%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 72269210 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 123.00% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 72269210 have grown at a compound annual rate of 123.00% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.28 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹34.43 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72269210 ranked #4130 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 72269210 ranks #4130 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7226, it ranks #2 of 35. By trade surplus, it ranks #10502 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 72269210 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 72269210 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 1,270.33% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹70.01 Crore in HSN Code 72269210 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹104.44 Cr exceeded exports of ₹34.43 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹70.01 Crore — ranking #10502 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 19.70% CAGR signals rising demand for Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm)

India's imports under HSN Code 72269210 have grown at 19.70% CAGR, reaching ₹104.44 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 72269210 contributes 18.59% of Sub-Chapter 7226 exports — ranked #2

Among the 35 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7226, HSN Code 72269210 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 18.59% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 6.03% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7226

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 72261100: Of silicon-electrical steel : Grain-oriented](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72261100/) | ₹120 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 72269210: Other Cold-Rolled Steel (<3mm) (this hsn code) | ₹34 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 72269990: Flat-rolled alloy steel (<600 mm width) \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72269990/) | ₹25 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 72261910: Of silicon-electrical steel : Other : Hot rolled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72261910/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 72269973: Zinc-coated galvannealed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72269973/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 72269979: Zinc plated or coated steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72269979/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #7 | [HSN Code 72269952: Other : Other : Hoops and strips : Cold rolled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72269952/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #8 | [HSN Code 72269190: Other: Not further worked than hot-rolled: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72269190/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #9 | [HSN Code 72261920: Of silicon-electrical steel : Other : Cold rolled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72261920/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #10 | [HSN Code 72269910: Other: Other : Of a thickness of above 4.75 mm](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72269910/) | < ₹1 Crore |