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# HSN Code 73261910: Forged or stamped – For automobiles and earthmoving equipment

- [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 7326: Other iron/steel articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7326/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Forged or stamped, but not further worked : Other: For automobiles and earth moving equipments | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 73261910 ?

It includes Steel Wire Articles (Other)

### How much GST applies to Forged or stamped – For automobiles and earthmoving equipment?

Under HSN 73261910, Forged or stamped – For automobiles and earthmoving equipment attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Forged or stamped – For automobiles and earthmoving equipment?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Forged or stamped – For automobiles and earthmoving equipment?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Forged or stamped – For automobiles and earthmoving equipment?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Forged or stamped – For automobiles and earthmoving equipment is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Forged or stamped – For automobiles and earthmoving equipment; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 73261910 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1,580 Cr (−7.00% YoY) — 0.0429% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹136 Cr (−32.22% YoY) — 0.0022% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹1,444 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #268 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7326: 13.34% of its exports; import side 1.54%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7326: #2 of 15 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.78% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #351 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +41.03% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7326: 13.34% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 73261910

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. 7326 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7326 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1,507.76 | 0.0660% | — | 18.44% | 99.39 | 0.0028% | — | 1.58% | +1,408.37 | #217 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1,036.96 | 0.0471% | −31.23% | 14.04% | 68.59 | 0.0020% | −30.99% | 1.17% | +968.37 | #316 |
| FY 2020-21 | 846.03 | 0.0393% | −18.41% | 11.82% | 158.75 | 0.0054% | +131.45% | 3.05% | +687.28 | #432 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,193.15 | 0.0380% | +41.03% | 11.97% | 177.06 | 0.0039% | +11.53% | 3.09% | +1,016.09 | #407 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,403.08 | 0.0388% | +17.59% | 13.95% | 181.80 | 0.0032% | +2.68% | 2.53% | +1,221.28 | #366 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1,699.03 | 0.0470% | +21.09% | 14.99% | 200.91 | 0.0036% | +10.51% | 2.50% | +1,498.12 | #300 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1,580.08 | 0.0429% | −7.00% | 13.34% | 136.17 | 0.0022% | −32.22% | 1.54% | +1,443.91 | #351 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.78%/yr, imports 5.39%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 73261910 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.78% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 73261910 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.78% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1,507.76 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,580.08 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73261910 ranked #351 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 73261910 ranks #351 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7326, it ranks #2 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #268 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 73261910 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 73261910 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 41.03% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹1,443.91 Crore in HSN Code 73261910 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹1,580.08 Cr exceeded imports of ₹136.17 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1,443.91 Crore — ranking #268 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 5.39% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Forged or stamped – For automobiles and earthmoving equipment

India's imports under HSN Code 73261910 have grown at 5.39% CAGR, reaching ₹136.17 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73261910 contributes 13.34% of Sub-Chapter 7326 exports — ranked #2

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7326, HSN Code 73261910 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 13.34% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.54% share (rank #6).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7326

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 73269099: Machinery, Appliances & Parts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73269099/) | ₹7,692 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 73261910: Forged or stamped – For automobiles and earthmoving equipment (this hsn code) | ₹1,580 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 73261990: Forged or stamped, other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73261990/) | ₹1,431 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 73262090: Steel Wire Articles (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73262090/) | ₹565 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 73269060: Other \| Manufactures Of Stainless Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73269060/) | ₹293 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 73269040: Other \| Enamelled Iron Ware](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73269040/) | ₹69 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 73269070: Other \| Articles Of Clad Metal](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73269070/) | ₹68 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 73269030: Drain Covers, Plates & Frames for Sewage & Water Systems](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73269030/) | ₹55 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 73269080: Articles of Iron or Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73269080/) | ₹33 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 73269050: Other appliances : Agricultural or horticultural](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73269050/) | ₹17 Cr |