--- title: "7209 HSN Code | HSN Code for Flat-Rolled Iron Products in India" description: "Know more about 7209 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 7209 covering Flat-Rolled Iron Products." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7209/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 7209: Flat-Rolled Iron Products Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, coldrolled (cold-reduced), not clad, plated or coated Part of [Chapter 72: Iron & Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-72/). - Current GST rate: 18% - Earlier GST rate: 18% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 72091510 | [Flat-Rolled Steel Coils Pickled or Oiled, Not Coated](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091510/) | | 72091520 | [Steel Sheets Pickled or Oiled, Not Coated](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091520/) | | 72091530 | [Steel Strips Pickled or Oiled, Not Coated](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091530/) | | 72091590 | [Other Steel Flat Products, Pickled or Oiled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091590/) | | 72091610 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Plates (1 mm – 3 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091610/) | | 72091620 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Sheets (1 mm – 3 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091620/) | | 72091630 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Strip (1-3mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091630/) | | 72091690 | [Cold-Rolled Steel (1-3mm, Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091690/) | | 72091710 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Plate (0.5-1mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091710/) | | 72091720 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Sheet (0.5-1mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091720/) | | 72091730 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Strip (0.5-1mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091730/) | | 72091790 | [Cold-Rolled Steel (0.5-1mm, Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091790/) | | 72091810 | [Hot-Rolled Steel Coils with Coatings](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091810/) | | 72091820 | [Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091820/) | | 72091830 | [Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Strips](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091830/) | | 72091890 | [Other Coated Hot-Rolled Steel Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72091890/) | | 72092510 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Coils Pickled or Oiled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092510/) | | 72092520 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Sheets Pickled or Oiled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092520/) | | 72092530 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Strips Pickled or Oiled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092530/) | | 72092590 | [Other Cold-Rolled Steel Flat Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092590/) | | 72092610 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Plates (1 mm – 3 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092610/) | | 72092620 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Sheets (1 mm – 3 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092620/) | | 72092630 | [Cold-Rolled Steel (≥0.5mm – ≤1mm, Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092630/) | | 72092690 | [Other Cold-Rolled Steel (1 mm – 3 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092690/) | | 72092710 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Plates (0.5 mm – 1 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092710/) | | 72092720 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Sheets (0.5 mm – 1 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092720/) | | 72092730 | [Non-Retail Cotton Sewing Thread (≥85%, No Synthetic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092730/) | | 72092790 | [Cold-Rolled Steel Strip (≥0.5mm – ≤1mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092790/) | | 72092810 | [Coated Cold-Rolled Steel Coils](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092810/) | | 72092820 | [Coated Cold-Rolled Steel Sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092820/) | | 72092830 | [Coated Cold-Rolled Steel Strips](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092830/) | | 72092890 | [Other Coated Cold-Rolled Steel Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72092890/) | | 72099000 | [Tin-Plated Steel Sheets ≥ 0.5 mm Thickness, OTS/MR Type](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72099000/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 7209 It includes Flat-Rolled Iron Products ### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Flat-Rolled Iron Products? The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in. ### How should I document Flat-Rolled Iron Products sent for job work? Use a delivery challan for sending Flat-Rolled Iron Products to the job worker. Declare movement in your records and reconcile when the goods return. If the job worker raises a service invoice, classify it under SAC; your goods remain under the original HSN. ### What misclassification mistakes happen with Flat-Rolled Iron Products? Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper. ### How are warranty replacements of Flat-Rolled Iron Products handled? If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability. ### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Flat-Rolled Iron Products? Generate an e‑way bill when the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000, unless exempted for the transaction. E‑invoicing depends on turnover (AATO threshold as notified) for B2B supplies, not on the item itself. ### What should my invoice and records include for Flat-Rolled Iron Products? Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹2,527 Cr (−23.92% YoY) — 0.0682% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹1,871 Cr (−14.52% YoY) — 0.0307% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹656 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #229 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 72: 3.23% of its exports; import side 1.27% - Rank within Chapter 72: #9 of 29 by export value; import-side #9 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: -1.65% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #229 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +288.25% in FY 2021-22 - Contribution to Ch. 72: 3.23% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 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 Ch. 72 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 72 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 2,792.56 | 0.1217% | — | 4.10% | 3,009.49 | 0.0838% | — | 3.42% | −216.93 | #147 | | FY 2019-20 | 2,167.35 | 0.0981% | −22.39% | 3.30% | 1,938.37 | 0.0578% | −35.59% | 2.56% | +228.98 | #170 | | FY 2020-21 | 2,129.30 | 0.0990% | −1.76% | 2.37% | 1,140.63 | 0.0391% | −41.16% | 1.86% | +988.67 | #180 | | FY 2021-22 | 8,267.06 | 0.2634% | +288.25% | 4.85% | 1,878.18 | 0.0411% | +64.66% | 2.00% | +6,388.88 | #65 | | FY 2022-23 | 2,297.94 | 0.0635% | −72.20% | 2.15% | 2,918.68 | 0.0508% | +55.40% | 2.04% | −620.74 | #227 | | FY 2023-24 | 3,321.70 | 0.0918% | +44.55% | 3.39% | 2,189.28 | 0.0390% | −24.99% | 1.42% | +1,132.42 | #172 | | FY 2024-25 | 2,527.13 | 0.0682% | −23.92% | 3.23% | 1,871.45 | 0.0307% | −14.52% | 1.27% | +655.68 | #229 | - CAGR (7-year): exports -1.65%/yr, imports -7.61%/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 export-import analysis ### Export decline: -1.65% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 have declined at a compound annual rate of -1.65% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹2,792.56 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2,527.13 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 ranked #229 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 ranks #229 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 72, it ranks #9 of 29. By trade surplus, it ranks #229 of 1233. ### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 288.25% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹655.68 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹2,527.13 Cr exceeded imports of ₹1,871.45 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹655.68 Crore — ranking #229 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of -7.61% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Flat-Rolled Iron Products India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 have grown at -7.61% CAGR, reaching ₹1,871.45 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 contributes 3.23% of Chapter 72 exports — ranked #9 Among the 29 sub-chapters under Chapter 72, HSN Sub-Chapter 7209 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 3.23% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.27% share (rank #9). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 72 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7202: Ferro-alloys](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7202/) | ₹21,917 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7222: Knitted clothing articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7222/) | ₹9,436 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7210: Flat Steel (>600 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7210/) | ₹8,733 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7208: Hot-rolled iron & steel products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7208/) | ₹6,913 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7219: Stainless steel flat products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7219/) | ₹4,569 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7203: Ferrous products, iron 99.94% purity](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7203/) | ₹4,077 Cr | | #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7223: Wire of stainless steel](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7223/) | ₹3,561 Cr | | #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7207: Semi-finished Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7207/) | ₹3,154 Cr | | #9 | HSN Sub-Chapter 7209: Flat-Rolled Iron Products (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹2,527 Cr | | #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7224: Other alloy steel products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7224/) | ₹1,500 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 7201 | [Pig iron](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7201/) | | 7202 | [Ferro-alloys](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7202/) | | 7203 | [Ferrous products, iron 99.94% purity](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7203/) | | 7204 | [Ferrous scrap](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7204/) | | 7205 | [Iron Powders](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7205/) | | 7206 | [Primary Iron & Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7206/) | | 7207 | [Semi-finished Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7207/) | | 7208 | [Hot-rolled iron & steel products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7208/) | | 7210 | [Flat Steel (>600 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7210/) | | 7211 | [Flat-rolled iron & steel products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7211/) | | 7212 | [Flat Iron & Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7212/) | | 7213 | [Wood pulp products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7213/) | | 7214 | [Iron or steel rods and bars](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7214/) | | 7215 | [Steel Bars & Rods](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7215/) | | 7216 | [Iron anchors and grapnels](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7216/) | | 7217 | [Iron/non-alloy steel wire](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7217/) | | 7218 | [Stainless steel products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7218/) | | 7219 | [Stainless steel flat products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7219/) | | 7220 | [Stainless steel flat products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7220/) | | 7221 | [Stainless steel bars and rods](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7221/) | | 7222 | [Knitted clothing articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7222/) | | 7223 | [Wire of stainless steel](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7223/) | | 7224 | [Other alloy steel products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7224/) | | 7225 | [Alloy steel flat products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7225/) | | 7226 | [Hot-rolled alloy steel](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7226/) | | 7227 | [Aluminum fittings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7227/) | | 7228 | [Alloy Steel Bars & Rods](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7228/) | | 7229 | [Alloy Steel Wire](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7229/) |