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# HSN Code 73110090: Gas containers of iron or steel

- [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 7311: Gas Containers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7311/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Containers for compressed or liquefied gas, of iron or steel : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 73110090 ?

It includes Stranded wire, ropes and cables : Stranded wire

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Gas containers of iron or steel?

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 Gas containers of iron or steel?

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 Gas containers of iron or steel?

Under HSN 73110090, Gas containers of iron or steel attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Gas containers of iron or steel is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Gas containers of iron or steel; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Any common misclassification issue with Gas containers of iron or steel?

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 Gas containers of iron or steel?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 73110090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹636 Cr (−17.98% YoY) — 0.0173% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹206 Cr (+16.82% YoY) — 0.0034% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹430 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #720 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7311: 49.40% of its exports; import side 39.58%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7311: #1 of 4 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 7.09% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #808 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +50.58% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7311: 49.40% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 73110090

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. 7311 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7311 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 421.60 | 0.0185% | — | 61.19% | 109.66 | 0.0031% | — | 80.64% | +311.94 | #760 |
| FY 2019-20 | 361.25 | 0.0164% | −14.31% | 61.84% | 126.25 | 0.0038% | +15.13% | 72.49% | +235.00 | #849 |
| FY 2020-21 | 338.02 | 0.0157% | −6.43% | 61.45% | 221.88 | 0.0076% | +75.75% | 69.60% | +116.14 | #925 |
| FY 2021-22 | 508.98 | 0.0162% | +50.58% | 53.89% | 540.48 | 0.0118% | +143.59% | 60.35% | −31.50 | #850 |
| FY 2022-23 | 683.73 | 0.0189% | +34.33% | 55.81% | 167.79 | 0.0029% | −68.96% | 39.49% | +515.94 | #708 |
| FY 2023-24 | 775.11 | 0.0214% | +13.36% | 57.61% | 176.40 | 0.0031% | +5.13% | 45.66% | +598.71 | #634 |
| FY 2024-25 | 635.78 | 0.0173% | −17.98% | 49.40% | 206.07 | 0.0034% | +16.82% | 39.58% | +429.71 | #808 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 7.09%/yr, imports 11.09%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 73110090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 7.09% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 73110090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.09% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹421.60 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹635.78 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73110090 ranked #808 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 73110090 ranks #808 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7311, it ranks #1 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #720 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 73110090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 73110090 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 50.58% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹429.71 Crore in HSN Code 73110090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹635.78 Cr exceeded imports of ₹206.07 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹429.71 Crore — ranking #720 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 11.09% CAGR signals rising demand for Gas containers of iron or steel

India's imports under HSN Code 73110090 have grown at 11.09% CAGR, reaching ₹206.07 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73110090 contributes 49.40% of Sub-Chapter 7311 exports — ranked #1

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7311, HSN Code 73110090 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 49.40% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 39.58% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7311

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 73110090: Gas containers of iron or steel (this hsn code) | ₹636 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 73110010: LPG cylinders](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73110010/) | ₹448 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 73110020: Low pressure gas cylinders](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73110020/) | ₹154 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 73110030: High pressure gas cylinders](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73110030/) | ₹50 Cr |