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# HSN Code 73090030: Pressed Steel Tanks

- [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 : Pressed steel tanks | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 73090030 ?

It includes Tin plate containers: 50 l or more

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Pressed Steel Tanks?

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.

### How much GST applies to Pressed Steel Tanks?

Under HSN 73090030, Pressed Steel Tanks attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Pressed Steel Tanks?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Pressed Steel Tanks?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Pressed Steel Tanks?

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 73090030 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹52 Cr (+7.02% YoY) — 0.0014% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹22 Cr (−41.36% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹30 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2527 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7309: 8.68% of its exports; import side 5.32%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7309: #4 of 5 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 57.30% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3582 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +222.35% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7309: 8.68% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 73090030

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 | 3.40 | 0.0001% | — | 1.28% | 4.05 | 0.0001% | — | 1.87% | −0.65 | #6326 |
| FY 2019-20 | 10.96 | 0.0005% | +222.35% | 5.12% | 6.07 | 0.0002% | +49.88% | 2.50% | +4.89 | #4890 |
| FY 2020-21 | 9.02 | 0.0004% | −17.70% | 3.88% | 12.16 | 0.0004% | +100.33% | 6.68% | −3.14 | #5207 |
| FY 2021-22 | 12.74 | 0.0004% | +41.24% | 4.09% | 8.05 | 0.0002% | −33.80% | 4.87% | +4.69 | #5174 |
| FY 2022-23 | 35.40 | 0.0010% | +177.87% | 9.31% | 27.09 | 0.0005% | +236.52% | 10.43% | +8.31 | #3937 |
| FY 2023-24 | 48.12 | 0.0013% | +35.93% | 8.96% | 36.94 | 0.0007% | +36.36% | 14.82% | +11.18 | #3592 |
| FY 2024-25 | 51.50 | 0.0014% | +7.02% | 8.68% | 21.66 | 0.0004% | −41.36% | 5.32% | +29.84 | #3582 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 57.30%/yr, imports 32.24%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 73090030 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 57.30% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 73090030 have grown at a compound annual rate of 57.30% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3.40 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹51.50 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73090030 ranked #3582 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 73090030 ranks #3582 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7309, it ranks #4 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #2527 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 73090030 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 73090030 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 222.35% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹29.84 Crore in HSN Code 73090030 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹51.50 Cr exceeded imports of ₹21.66 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹29.84 Crore — ranking #2527 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 32.24% CAGR signals rising demand for Pressed Steel Tanks

India's imports under HSN Code 73090030 have grown at 32.24% CAGR, reaching ₹21.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73090030 contributes 8.68% of Sub-Chapter 7309 exports — ranked #4

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7309, HSN Code 73090030 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 8.68% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 5.32% share (rank #3).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹52 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 73090020: Galvanized iron barrels](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73090020/) | < ₹1 Crore |