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# HSN Code 79011100: Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure

- [Section 15: Guide to HSN Section 15](https://busy.in/hsn/section-15/)
- [Chapter 79: Zinc & Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-79/)
- [Sub-chapter 7901: Unwrought zinc](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7901/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Zinc, not alloyed : Containing by weight 99.99% or more of zinc | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 79011100 ?

It includes Zinc Waste And Scrap

### Any common misclassification issue with Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure?

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 Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure?

Under HSN 79011100, Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure?

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 79011100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹5,396 Cr (+2.28% YoY) — 0.1466% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹3,848 Cr (+3.86% YoY) — 0.0633% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹1,548 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #251 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7901: 94.67% of its exports; import side 73.51%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7901: #1 of 4 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 5.52% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #91 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +41.51% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7901: 94.67% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 79011100

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. 7901 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7901 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 3,908.48 | 0.1711% | — | 98.67% | 2,395.99 | 0.0668% | — | 62.74% | +1,512.49 | #76 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3,757.79 | 0.1707% | −3.86% | 98.95% | 2,073.66 | 0.0619% | −13.45% | 63.96% | +1,684.13 | #77 |
| FY 2020-21 | 5,112.94 | 0.2377% | +36.06% | 96.97% | 1,644.93 | 0.0565% | −20.68% | 63.82% | +3,468.01 | #52 |
| FY 2021-22 | 7,025.81 | 0.2239% | +37.41% | 97.88% | 2,094.60 | 0.0458% | +27.34% | 60.79% | +4,931.21 | #57 |
| FY 2022-23 | 9,941.95 | 0.2746% | +41.51% | 97.80% | 3,342.71 | 0.0581% | +59.59% | 64.32% | +6,599.24 | #37 |
| FY 2023-24 | 5,275.40 | 0.1458% | −46.94% | 96.51% | 3,704.78 | 0.0660% | +10.83% | 73.43% | +1,570.62 | #92 |
| FY 2024-25 | 5,395.77 | 0.1466% | +2.28% | 94.67% | 3,847.82 | 0.0633% | +3.86% | 73.51% | +1,547.95 | #91 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 5.52%/yr, imports 8.22%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 79011100 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 5.52% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 79011100 have grown at a compound annual rate of 5.52% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3,908.48 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹5,395.77 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 79011100 ranked #91 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 79011100 ranks #91 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7901, it ranks #1 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #251 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 79011100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 79011100 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 41.51% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹1,547.95 Crore in HSN Code 79011100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹5,395.77 Cr exceeded imports of ₹3,847.82 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1,547.95 Crore — ranking #251 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 8.22% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure

India's imports under HSN Code 79011100 have grown at 8.22% CAGR, reaching ₹3,847.82 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 79011100 contributes 94.67% of Sub-Chapter 7901 exports — ranked #1

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7901, HSN Code 79011100 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 94.67% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 73.51% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7901

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 79011100: Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure (this hsn code) | ₹5,396 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 79011200: Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-79011200/) | ₹166 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 79012010: Mozak (Zinc Alloy ≥94% Zinc)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-79012010/) | ₹132 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 79012090: Zinc Alloys \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-79012090/) | ₹7 Cr |