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# HSN Code 73102910: Tin plate containers: Less than 50 l

- [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 7310: Iron or steel containers under 300L](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7310/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Of a capacity of less than 50 l : Other : Tin plate containers | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 73102910 ?

It includes LPG cylinders

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Tin plate containers: Less than 50 l?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Tin plate containers: Less than 50 l?

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 Tin plate containers: Less than 50 l?

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

### How much GST applies to Tin plate containers: Less than 50 l?

Under HSN 73102910, Tin plate containers: Less than 50 l attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Tin plate containers: Less than 50 l?

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 73102910 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹142 Cr (+34.31% YoY) — 0.0039% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹43 Cr (−52.87% YoY) — 0.0007% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹100 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1607 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7310: 18.91% of its exports; import side 7.13%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7310: #2 of 8 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 21.98% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2225 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +113.18% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7310: 18.91% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 73102910

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. 7310 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7310 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 43.21 | 0.0019% | — | 7.56% | 77.80 | 0.0022% | — | 9.79% | −34.59 | #3086 |
| FY 2019-20 | 35.19 | 0.0016% | −18.56% | 6.84% | 70.04 | 0.0021% | −9.97% | 10.78% | −34.85 | #3375 |
| FY 2020-21 | 41.34 | 0.0019% | +17.48% | 7.91% | 83.98 | 0.0029% | +19.90% | 14.17% | −42.64 | #3211 |
| FY 2021-22 | 88.13 | 0.0028% | +113.18% | 13.42% | 74.09 | 0.0016% | −11.78% | 11.16% | +14.04 | #2585 |
| FY 2022-23 | 87.28 | 0.0024% | −0.96% | 12.33% | 146.41 | 0.0025% | +97.61% | 18.57% | −59.13 | #2734 |
| FY 2023-24 | 105.99 | 0.0029% | +21.44% | 12.93% | 90.49 | 0.0016% | −38.19% | 12.51% | +15.50 | #2503 |
| FY 2024-25 | 142.35 | 0.0039% | +34.31% | 18.91% | 42.65 | 0.0007% | −52.87% | 7.13% | +99.70 | #2225 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 21.98%/yr, imports -9.53%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 73102910 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 21.98% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 73102910 have grown at a compound annual rate of 21.98% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹43.21 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹142.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73102910 ranked #2225 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 73102910 ranks #2225 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7310, it ranks #2 of 8. By trade surplus, it ranks #1607 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 73102910 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 73102910 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 113.18% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹99.70 Crore in HSN Code 73102910 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹142.35 Cr exceeded imports of ₹42.65 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹99.70 Crore — ranking #1607 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -9.53% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Tin plate containers: Less than 50 l

India's imports under HSN Code 73102910 have grown at -9.53% CAGR, reaching ₹42.65 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73102910 contributes 18.91% of Sub-Chapter 7310 exports — ranked #2

Among the 8 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7310, HSN Code 73102910 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 18.91% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.13% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7310

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 73102990: Of a capacity of less than 50 l : Other : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73102990/) | ₹320 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 73102910: Tin plate containers: Less than 50 l (this hsn code) | ₹142 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 73102190: Other Solder/Crimp Cans (<50L)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73102190/) | ₹141 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 73101090: Of A Capacity Of 50 L Or More \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73101090/) | ₹113 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 73102110: Flat-Rolled Iron or Non-Alloy Steel Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73102110/) | ₹24 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 73101010: Tin plate containers: 50 l or more](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73101010/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 73101020: Of a capacity of 50 l or more : Trunks and cases](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73101020/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 73102920: Small trunks and cases](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73102920/) | ₹3 Cr |