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# HSN Code 82033000: Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools

- [Section 15: Guide to HSN Section 15](https://busy.in/hsn/section-15/)
- [Chapter 82: Base Metal Tools & Cutlery](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-82/)
- [Sub-chapter 8203: Metal cutting tools](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8203/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Metal cutting shears and similar tools | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 82033000 ?

It includes Non-adjustable wrenches

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools?

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 Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools?

Under HSN 82033000, Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Any common misclassification issue with Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools?

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 Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 82033000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (+2.35% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹11 Cr (+19.23% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹9 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9001 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8203: 0.38% of its exports; import side 5.79%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8203: #5 of 5 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -9.62% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7517 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +23.97% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8203: 0.38% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 82033000

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. 8203 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8203 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 4.00 | 0.0002% | — | 0.94% | 4.40 | 0.0001% | — | 3.28% | −0.40 | #6132 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3.01 | 0.0001% | −24.75% | 0.74% | 4.26 | 0.0001% | −3.18% | 3.68% | −1.25 | #6461 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.68 | 0.0002% | +22.26% | 0.87% | 5.47 | 0.0002% | +28.40% | 4.89% | −1.79 | #6296 |
| FY 2021-22 | 3.17 | 0.0001% | −13.86% | 0.52% | 8.87 | 0.0002% | +62.16% | 5.29% | −5.70 | #6849 |
| FY 2022-23 | 3.93 | 0.0001% | +23.97% | 0.67% | 8.03 | 0.0001% | −9.47% | 5.16% | −4.10 | #6712 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2.13 | 0.0001% | −45.80% | 0.40% | 9.36 | 0.0002% | +16.56% | 5.87% | −7.23 | #7515 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.18 | 0.0001% | +2.35% | 0.38% | 11.16 | 0.0002% | +19.23% | 5.79% | −8.98 | #7517 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -9.62%/yr, imports 16.78%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 82033000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -9.62% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 82033000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -9.62% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹4.00 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.18 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 82033000 ranked #7517 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 82033000 ranks #7517 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8203, it ranks #5 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #9001 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 82033000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 82033000 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 23.97% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹8.98 Crore in HSN Code 82033000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹11.16 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.18 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹8.98 Crore — ranking #9001 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 16.78% CAGR signals rising demand for Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools

India's imports under HSN Code 82033000 have grown at 16.78% CAGR, reaching ₹11.16 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 82033000 contributes 0.38% of Sub-Chapter 8203 exports — ranked #5

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8203, HSN Code 82033000 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 0.38% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 5.79% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8203

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 82031000: Files & Rasps](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82031000/) | ₹312 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 82032000: Pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers and similar tools](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82032000/) | ₹235 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 82034090: Pipe-Cutters, Bolt Croppers, Perforating Punches & Similar Tools](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82034090/) | ₹16 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 82034010: Hand Tools for Metalworking](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82034010/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Code 82033000: Metal Cutting Shears And Similar Tools (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |