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# HSN Code 73090020: Galvanized iron barrels

- [Section 15: Guide to HSN Section 15](https://busy.in/hsn/section-15/)
- [Chapter 73: Articles Made of Iron/Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-73/)
- [Sub-chapter 7309: Iron/steel containers exceeding 300L](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7309/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, of a capacity exceeding 300 l, whether or not lined or heat-insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment : Galvanized iron barrels and drums | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 73090020 ?

It includes Other Registers/Account Books/Pads (excl. Notebooks)

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Galvanized iron barrels is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Galvanized iron barrels; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Galvanized iron barrels?

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 Galvanized iron barrels?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Galvanized iron barrels?

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 Galvanized iron barrels?

Under HSN 73090020, Galvanized iron barrels attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 73090020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (+187.10% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1 Cr (−13.39% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #7489 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7309: 0.15% of its exports; import side 0.27%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7309: #5 of 5 by export value; import-side #5

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 37.80% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8357 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,137.50% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7309: 0.15% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 73090020

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. 7309 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7309 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.05% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.35% | −0.63 | #9066 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −46.15% | 0.03% | 1.30 | 0.0000% | +71.05% | 0.54% | −1.23 | #9335 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −14.29% | 0.03% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −96.15% | 0.03% | +0.01 | #9473 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +33.33% | 0.03% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +900.00% | 0.30% | −0.42 | #9630 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +1,137.50% | 0.26% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +22.00% | 0.23% | +0.38 | #8104 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −68.69% | 0.06% | 1.27 | 0.0000% | +108.20% | 0.51% | −0.96 | #9158 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +187.10% | 0.15% | 1.10 | 0.0000% | −13.39% | 0.27% | −0.21 | #8357 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 37.80%/yr, imports 6.36%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 73090020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 37.80% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 73090020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 37.80% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.13 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.89 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73090020 ranked #8357 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 73090020 ranks #8357 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7309, it ranks #5 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #7489 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 73090020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 73090020 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 1,137.50% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.21 Crore in HSN Code 73090020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1.10 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.89 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.21 Crore — ranking #7489 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 6.36% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Galvanized iron barrels

India's imports under HSN Code 73090020 have grown at 6.36% CAGR, reaching ₹1.10 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73090020 contributes 0.15% of Sub-Chapter 7309 exports — ranked #5

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7309, HSN Code 73090020 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 0.15% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.27% share (rank #5).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7309

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 73090090: Other Registers/Account Books/Pads (excl. Notebooks)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73090090/) | ₹376 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 73090040: Pressure Vessels](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73090040/) | ₹100 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 73090010: Galvanized iron tanks](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73090010/) | ₹65 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 73090030: Pressed Steel Tanks](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73090030/) | ₹52 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Code 73090020: Galvanized iron barrels (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |