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# HSN Code 83016000: Flexible Tubes of Base Metal

- [Section 15: Guide to HSN Section 15](https://busy.in/hsn/section-15/)
- [Chapter 83: Miscellaneous Base Metal Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-83/)
- [Sub-chapter 8301: Padlocks, clasps, base metal keys](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8301/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Parts | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 83016000 ?

It includes Hinges | Other

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Flexible Tubes of Base Metal?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Flexible Tubes of Base Metal?

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 Flexible Tubes of Base Metal is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Flexible Tubes of Base Metal?

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.

### How much GST applies to Flexible Tubes of Base Metal?

Under HSN 83016000, Flexible Tubes of Base Metal attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Flexible Tubes of Base Metal?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 83016000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹104 Cr (+15.41% YoY) — 0.0028% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹457 Cr (+3.61% YoY) — 0.0075% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹353 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11680 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8301: 10.18% of its exports; import side 27.32%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8301: #3 of 8 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -3.27% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2606 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +18.06% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8301: 10.18% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 83016000

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. 8301 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8301 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 127.42 | 0.0056% | — | 18.17% | 285.85 | 0.0080% | — | 23.17% | −158.43 | #1750 |
| FY 2019-20 | 104.73 | 0.0048% | −17.81% | 13.92% | 198.05 | 0.0059% | −30.72% | 18.71% | −93.32 | #1957 |
| FY 2020-21 | 89.82 | 0.0042% | −14.24% | 11.88% | 236.61 | 0.0081% | +19.47% | 28.56% | −146.79 | #2190 |
| FY 2021-22 | 106.04 | 0.0034% | +18.06% | 11.47% | 293.78 | 0.0064% | +24.16% | 25.97% | −187.74 | #2333 |
| FY 2022-23 | 90.72 | 0.0025% | −14.45% | 9.69% | 350.34 | 0.0061% | +19.25% | 24.43% | −259.62 | #2671 |
| FY 2023-24 | 90.44 | 0.0025% | −0.31% | 9.66% | 441.27 | 0.0079% | +25.95% | 28.49% | −350.83 | #2714 |
| FY 2024-25 | 104.38 | 0.0028% | +15.41% | 10.18% | 457.21 | 0.0075% | +3.61% | 27.32% | −352.83 | #2606 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -3.27%/yr, imports 8.14%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 83016000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -3.27% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 83016000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -3.27% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹127.42 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹104.38 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 83016000 ranked #2606 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 83016000 ranks #2606 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8301, it ranks #3 of 8. By trade surplus, it ranks #11680 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 83016000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 83016000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 18.06% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹352.83 Crore in HSN Code 83016000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹457.21 Cr exceeded exports of ₹104.38 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹352.83 Crore — ranking #11680 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 8.14% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Flexible Tubes of Base Metal

India's imports under HSN Code 83016000 have grown at 8.14% CAGR, reaching ₹457.21 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 83016000 contributes 10.18% of Sub-Chapter 8301 exports — ranked #3

Among the 8 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8301, HSN Code 83016000 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 10.18% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 27.32% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8301

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 83012000: Locks of a kind used for motor vehicles](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83012000/) | ₹609 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 83014090: Other Locks \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83014090/) | ₹182 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 83016000: Flexible Tubes of Base Metal (this hsn code) | ₹104 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 83011000: Padlocks](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83011000/) | ₹84 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 83017000: Keys presented separately](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83017000/) | ₹26 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 83013000: Locks Of A Kind Used For Furniture](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83013000/) | ₹11 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 83014010: Other Locks \| Combination Locks](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83014010/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 83015000: Clasps with locks](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83015000/) | ₹3 Cr |