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# HSN Code 73145000: Expanded metal

- [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 7314: Iron or steel cloth & netting](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7314/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Expanded metal | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 73145000 ?

It includes Articulated link chain and ship chain

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Expanded metal is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Expanded metal?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Expanded metal?

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 Expanded metal?

Under HSN 73145000, Expanded metal attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Expanded metal?

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 73145000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (−33.99% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹15 Cr (+100.54% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹13 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9224 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7314: 0.85% of its exports; import side 3.43%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7314: #14 of 17 by export value; import-side #9

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 1.65% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7455 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +50.69% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7314: 0.85% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 73145000

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. 7314 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7314 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 2.13 | 0.0001% | — | 1.69% | 5.07 | 0.0001% | — | 1.46% | −2.94 | #6889 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.44 | 0.0001% | −32.39% | 0.90% | 4.00 | 0.0001% | −21.10% | 1.22% | −2.56 | #7256 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2.17 | 0.0001% | +50.69% | 1.13% | 4.01 | 0.0001% | +0.25% | 1.19% | −1.84 | #6888 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.80 | 0.0001% | +29.03% | 1.15% | 5.02 | 0.0001% | +25.19% | 1.64% | −2.22 | #6967 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2.55 | 0.0001% | −8.93% | 1.16% | 9.82 | 0.0002% | +95.62% | 2.64% | −7.27 | #7166 |
| FY 2023-24 | 3.56 | 0.0001% | +39.61% | 1.22% | 7.44 | 0.0001% | −24.24% | 2.03% | −3.88 | #6958 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.35 | 0.0001% | −33.99% | 0.85% | 14.92 | 0.0002% | +100.54% | 3.43% | −12.57 | #7455 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 1.65%/yr, imports 19.71%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 73145000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 1.65% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 73145000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 1.65% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.13 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73145000 ranked #7455 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 73145000 ranks #7455 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7314, it ranks #14 of 17. By trade surplus, it ranks #9224 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 73145000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 73145000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 50.69% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹12.57 Crore in HSN Code 73145000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹14.92 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.35 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹12.57 Crore — ranking #9224 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 19.71% CAGR signals rising demand for Expanded metal

India's imports under HSN Code 73145000 have grown at 19.71% CAGR, reaching ₹14.92 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73145000 contributes 0.85% of Sub-Chapter 7314 exports — ranked #14

Among the 17 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7314, HSN Code 73145000 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 0.85% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.43% share (rank #9).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7314

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 73141410: Stainless Steel Wire Gauze](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73141410/) | ₹75 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 73144190: Zinc-Plated Cloth, Grill, Netting & Fencing: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73144190/) | ₹63 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 73144290: Other cloth, grill, netting and fencing: Coated with plastics: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73144290/) | ₹47 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 73141200: Stainless steel machinery bands](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73141200/) | ₹17 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 73141910: Wire gauze, other woven cloth](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73141910/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 73143900: Welded Grill/Netting/Fencing: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73143900/) | ₹11 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 73141490: Stainless steel woven cloth](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73141490/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 73144990: Other cloth, grill, netting, fencing](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73144990/) | ₹7 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 73142090: Other Welded Wire Grill/Netting/Fencing](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73142090/) | ₹7 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 73142010: Wire netting (Grill & fencing)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73142010/) | ₹7 Cr |
| #14 | HSN Code 73145000: Expanded metal (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |