7210 HSN Code: Flat Steel (>600 mm)

HSN Sub Chapter 7210 represents Flat Steel (>600 mm) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Flat Steel (>600 mm) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 7210, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Flat Steel (>600 mm).

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 7210

GST Rate for Flat Steel (>600 mm) under HSN Code 7210. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

72

HSN Code

HSN Description

Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, clad, plated or coated

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 7210

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Flat Steel (>600 mm).

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with tin : Of a thickness of 0.5 mm or more : OTS/MR Type

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with tin : Of a thickness of 0.5 mm or more : Other

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with tin : Of a thickness of less than 0.5 mm: OTS/MR Type

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with tin : Of a thickness of less than 0.5 mm: Other

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with tin : Plated or coated with lead, including terne-plate

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with tin : Electrolytically plated or coated with zinc : Corrugated

Tariff HSN

Description

Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, clad, plated or coated - electrolytically plated or coated with zinc :other

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with tin : Electrolytically plated or coated with zinc : Other :Galvannealed

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with tin : Electrolytically plated or coated with zinc : Other: Other

Tariff HSN

Description

Otherwise plated or coated with zinc : Corrugated

Tariff HSN

Description

Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, clad, plated or coated - otherwise plated or coated with zinc : other

Tariff HSN

Description

Otherwise plated or coated with zinc : Other :Galvannealed

Tariff HSN

Description

Otherwise plated or coated with zinc : Other: Other

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with chromium oxides or with chromium and chromium oxides

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with aluminium : Plated or coated with aluminium-zinc alloys

Tariff HSN

Description

Plated or coated with aluminium : Other

Tariff HSN

Description

Painted, varnished or coated with plastics

Tariff HSN

Description

Other : Lacquered

Tariff HSN

Description

Other : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹8,733 Cr

−28.63% vs FY 2023-24

0.2358% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹10,754 Cr

+1.22% vs FY 2023-24

0.1764% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹2,022 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #1031 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 72

FY 2024-25

11.16%

Share of Chapter 72’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 7.31% of Chapter 72’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 72

FY 2024-25

#3 of 29

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 72

Import-side rank: #5 of 29

At a glance

3.41%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#81

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+180.96%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

11.16%

Contribution to Ch. 72

Share of Chapter 72 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 7210

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #55

Balance

−1,072.24

Exports

7,142.58 ₹ Cr

0.3112% share

YoY

10.49% of Ch. 72

Imports

8,214.82 ₹ Cr

0.2288% share

YoY

9.34% of Ch. 72

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #74

Balance

−926.79

Exports

5,458.53 ₹ Cr

0.2471% share

−23.58% YoY

8.30% of Ch. 72

Imports

6,385.32 ₹ Cr

0.1903% share

−22.27% YoY

8.42% of Ch. 72

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #53

Balance

+588.30

Exports

6,835.77 ₹ Cr

0.3178% share

+25.23% YoY

7.60% of Ch. 72

Imports

6,247.47 ₹ Cr

0.2144% share

−2.16% YoY

10.19% of Ch. 72

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #28

Balance

+12,485.46

Exports

19,205.52 ₹ Cr

0.6120% share

+180.96% YoY

11.26% of Ch. 72

Imports

6,720.06 ₹ Cr

0.1470% share

+7.56% YoY

7.15% of Ch. 72

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #92

Balance

−1,372.25

Exports

6,903.26 ₹ Cr

0.1907% share

−64.06% YoY

6.46% of Ch. 72

Imports

8,275.51 ₹ Cr

0.1439% share

+23.15% YoY

5.79% of Ch. 72

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #45

Balance

+1,611.66

Exports

12,236.25 ₹ Cr

0.3382% share

+77.25% YoY

12.47% of Ch. 72

Imports

10,624.59 ₹ Cr

0.1892% share

+28.39% YoY

6.88% of Ch. 72

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #81

Balance

−2,021.56

Exports

8,732.78 ₹ Cr

0.2358% share

−28.63% YoY

11.16% of Ch. 72

Imports

10,754.34 ₹ Cr

0.1764% share

+1.22% YoY

7.31% of Ch. 72

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

3.41% /yr

Imports

4.59% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 72 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹78,223.76 Cr

Import

₹1,47,109.35 Cr

Trade Balance

−68,885.59

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 3.41% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 have grown at a compound annual rate of 3.41% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹7,142.58 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹8,732.78 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 Ranked #81 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 ranks #81 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 72, it ranks #3 of 29. By trade surplus, it ranks #1031 of 1233.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 180.96% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹2,021.56 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹10,754.34 Cr exceeded exports of ₹8,732.78 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹2,021.56 Crore — ranking #1031 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 4.59% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Flat Steel (>600 mm)

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 have grown at 4.59% CAGR, reaching ₹10,754.34 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 Contributes 11.16% of Chapter 72 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 29 subchapters under Chapter 72, HSN Sub-Chapter 7210 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 11.16% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.31% share (rank #5).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 7210 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 7210

It includes Flat Steel (>600 mm)

What misclassification mistakes happen with Flat Steel (>600 mm)?

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.

What should my invoice and records include for Flat Steel (>600 mm)?

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.

Do spares or accessories of Flat Steel (>600 mm) follow the same HSN?

Not always. Spares are often classified by their own description or by the function/part rule. Check if a specific sub‑heading exists for parts of the main item and describe the part on the invoice.

How are warranty replacements of Flat Steel (>600 mm) 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.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Flat Steel (>600 mm)?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Flat Steel (>600 mm) is sold in small pouches (e.g., 500 g) with an MRP and label, record that on the invoice. Loose bulk bags often follow a different treatment.

How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Flat Steel (>600 mm)?

Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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