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# HSN Code 79011200: Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc

- [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 less than 99.99% of zinc | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 79011200 ?

It includes Zinc Waste And Scrap

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc?

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 Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc?

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 Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc?

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 Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc?

Under HSN 79011200, Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 79011200 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹166 Cr (+242.44% YoY) — 0.0045% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹839 Cr (+3.58% YoY) — 0.0138% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹673 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12048 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7901: 2.91% of its exports; import side 16.03%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7901: #2 of 4 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 33.98% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2049 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +833.85% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7901: 2.91% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 79011200

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 | 28.65 | 0.0013% | — | 0.72% | 696.94 | 0.0194% | — | 18.25% | −668.29 | #3634 |
| FY 2019-20 | 12.82 | 0.0006% | −55.25% | 0.34% | 723.80 | 0.0216% | +3.85% | 22.33% | −710.98 | #4693 |
| FY 2020-21 | 119.72 | 0.0056% | +833.85% | 2.27% | 619.52 | 0.0213% | −14.41% | 24.03% | −499.80 | #1895 |
| FY 2021-22 | 53.20 | 0.0017% | −55.56% | 0.74% | 768.08 | 0.0168% | +23.98% | 22.29% | −714.88 | #3281 |
| FY 2022-23 | 130.38 | 0.0036% | +145.08% | 1.28% | 1,398.27 | 0.0243% | +82.05% | 26.91% | −1,267.89 | #2209 |
| FY 2023-24 | 48.40 | 0.0013% | −62.88% | 0.89% | 810.23 | 0.0144% | −42.05% | 16.06% | −761.83 | #3587 |
| FY 2024-25 | 165.74 | 0.0045% | +242.44% | 2.91% | 839.20 | 0.0138% | +3.58% | 16.03% | −673.46 | #2049 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 33.98%/yr, imports 3.14%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 79011200 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 33.98% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 79011200 have grown at a compound annual rate of 33.98% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹28.65 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹165.74 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 79011200 ranked #2049 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 79011200 ranks #2049 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7901, it ranks #2 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #12048 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 79011200 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 79011200 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 833.85% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹673.46 Crore in HSN Code 79011200 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹839.20 Cr exceeded exports of ₹165.74 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹673.46 Crore — ranking #12048 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 3.14% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc

India's imports under HSN Code 79011200 have grown at 3.14% CAGR, reaching ₹839.20 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 79011200 contributes 2.91% of Sub-Chapter 7901 exports — ranked #2

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7901, HSN Code 79011200 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 2.91% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 16.03% share (rank #2).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-79011100/) | ₹5,396 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 79011200: Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc (this hsn code) | ₹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 |