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# HSN Code 82081000: Metal working 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 8208: Cutting knives and blades](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8208/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| For metal working | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 82081000 ?

It includes Knives and blades for paper cutting machines

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Metal working 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 should mixed supplies be billed when Metal working tools is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Metal working tools; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Metal working 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.

### How much GST applies to Metal working tools?

Under HSN 82081000, Metal working tools attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Metal working 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 82081000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹54 Cr (+367.77% YoY) — 0.0015% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹52 Cr (+2.54% YoY) — 0.0009% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹1 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #4463 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8208: 14.05% of its exports; import side 10.88%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8208: #2 of 9 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 60.87% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3531 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +572.82% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8208: 14.05% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 82081000

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. 8208 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8208 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 3.09 | 0.0001% | — | 1.50% | 25.95 | 0.0007% | — | 7.16% | −22.86 | #6431 |
| FY 2019-20 | 20.79 | 0.0009% | +572.82% | 10.63% | 55.77 | 0.0017% | +114.91% | 15.20% | −34.98 | #4055 |
| FY 2020-21 | 34.09 | 0.0016% | +63.97% | 15.73% | 52.44 | 0.0018% | −5.97% | 15.32% | −18.35 | #3476 |
| FY 2021-22 | 5.42 | 0.0002% | −84.10% | 2.07% | 48.05 | 0.0011% | −8.37% | 12.26% | −42.63 | #6250 |
| FY 2022-23 | 7.37 | 0.0002% | +35.98% | 2.04% | 49.23 | 0.0009% | +2.46% | 11.88% | −41.86 | #6021 |
| FY 2023-24 | 11.45 | 0.0003% | +55.36% | 3.72% | 51.10 | 0.0009% | +3.80% | 11.62% | −39.65 | #5549 |
| FY 2024-25 | 53.56 | 0.0015% | +367.77% | 14.05% | 52.40 | 0.0009% | +2.54% | 10.88% | +1.16 | #3531 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 60.87%/yr, imports 12.43%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 82081000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 60.87% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 82081000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 60.87% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3.09 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹53.56 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 82081000 ranked #3531 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 82081000 ranks #3531 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8208, it ranks #2 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #4463 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 82081000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 82081000 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 572.82% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹1.16 Crore in HSN Code 82081000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹53.56 Cr exceeded imports of ₹52.40 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1.16 Crore — ranking #4463 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.43% CAGR signals rising demand for Metal working tools

India's imports under HSN Code 82081000 have grown at 12.43% CAGR, reaching ₹52.40 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 82081000 contributes 14.05% of Sub-Chapter 8208 exports — ranked #2

Among the 9 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8208, HSN Code 82081000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 14.05% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 10.88% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8208

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 82089090: Other : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82089090/) | ₹276 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 82081000: Metal working tools (this hsn code) | ₹54 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 82084000: For agricultural, horticultural machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82084000/) | ₹22 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 82089010: Knives and blades for paper cutting machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82089010/) | ₹10 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 82082000: Tools for woodworking](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82082000/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 82089040: Other : Cutting and clicking dies](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82089040/) | ₹4 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 82083000: Kitchen appliances parts: Food industry](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82083000/) | ₹4 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 82089030: Band knives: Splitting machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82089030/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 82089020: Other : Bell skiving knives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82089020/) | < ₹1 Crore |