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# HSN Code 73269080: Articles 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 7326: Other iron/steel articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7326/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Parts of ships, floating structure and vessels (excluding hull, propellers and paddle-wheels) | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 73269080 ?

It includes Copper mattes

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Articles 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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Articles 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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Articles 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 Articles of Iron or Steel?

Under HSN 73269080, Articles of Iron or Steel attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Articles 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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Articles 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 Articles of Iron or Steel; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 73269080 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹33 Cr (−89.38% YoY) — 0.0009% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹114 Cr (+23.63% YoY) — 0.0019% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹81 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10628 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7326: 0.28% of its exports; import side 1.28%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7326: #9 of 15 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -13.65% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4191 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +464.44% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7326: 0.28% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 73269080

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 | 79.83 | 0.0035% | — | 0.98% | 105.61 | 0.0029% | — | 1.68% | −25.78 | #2265 |
| FY 2019-20 | 40.66 | 0.0018% | −49.07% | 0.55% | 315.99 | 0.0094% | +199.20% | 5.38% | −275.33 | #3181 |
| FY 2020-21 | 229.50 | 0.0107% | +464.44% | 3.21% | 190.18 | 0.0065% | −39.81% | 3.66% | +39.32 | #1237 |
| FY 2021-22 | 97.92 | 0.0031% | −57.33% | 0.98% | 78.42 | 0.0017% | −58.77% | 1.37% | +19.50 | #2441 |
| FY 2022-23 | 119.64 | 0.0033% | +22.18% | 1.19% | 107.02 | 0.0019% | +36.47% | 1.49% | +12.62 | #2305 |
| FY 2023-24 | 311.55 | 0.0086% | +160.41% | 2.75% | 92.02 | 0.0016% | −14.02% | 1.14% | +219.53 | #1357 |
| FY 2024-25 | 33.09 | 0.0009% | −89.38% | 0.28% | 113.76 | 0.0019% | +23.63% | 1.28% | −80.67 | #4191 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -13.65%/yr, imports 1.25%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 73269080 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -13.65% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 73269080 have declined at a compound annual rate of -13.65% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹79.83 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹33.09 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73269080 ranked #4191 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 73269080 ranks #4191 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7326, it ranks #9 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #10628 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 73269080 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 73269080 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 464.44% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹80.67 Crore in HSN Code 73269080 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹113.76 Cr exceeded exports of ₹33.09 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹80.67 Crore — ranking #10628 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 1.25% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Articles of Iron or Steel

India's imports under HSN Code 73269080 have grown at 1.25% CAGR, reaching ₹113.76 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 73269080 contributes 0.28% of Sub-Chapter 7326 exports — ranked #9

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7326, HSN Code 73269080 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 0.28% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.28% share (rank #7).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73261910/) | ₹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 (this hsn code) | ₹33 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 73269050: Other appliances : Agricultural or horticultural](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-73269050/) | ₹17 Cr |