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# HSN Sub-chapter 7220: Stainless steel flat products

Flat-rolled products of stainless steel, of a width of less than 600 mm

Part of [Chapter 72: Iron & Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-72/).

- Current GST rate: 18%
- Earlier GST rate: 18%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 72201110 | [Hot-Rolled Skelp for Pipes/Tubes (≥4.75mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201110/) |
| 72201121 | [Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (≥4.75mm, Ni-Cr Austenitic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201121/) |
| 72201122 | [Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (≥4.75mm, Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201122/) |
| 72201129 | [Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (<4.75mm, Ni-Cr Austenitic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201129/) |
| 72201190 | [Hot-Rolled Steel Plates ≥ 4.75 mm Thickness, Not Further Worked](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201190/) |
| 72201210 | [Aluminium Flat-Rolled Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201210/) |
| 72201221 | [Hot-Rolled Chromium Steel Strips (< 4.75 mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201221/) |
| 72201222 | [Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (<4.75mm, Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201222/) |
| 72201229 | [Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Coils (>10mm, Chromium, >14mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201229/) |
| 72201290 | [Other Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel (<4.75mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72201290/) |
| 72202010 | [Cold-Rolled Skelp for Pipes and Tubes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72202010/) |
| 72202021 | [Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (Ni-Cr Austenitic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72202021/) |
| 72202022 | [Hot-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips (≥4.75mm, Chromium)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72202022/) |
| 72202029 | [Other Aluminium Flat Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72202029/) |
| 72202090 | [Cold-rolled: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72202090/) |
| 72209010 | [Skelp\| Strips For Pipes, Tubes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72209010/) |
| 72209021 | [Chromium strips for pipes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72209021/) |
| 72209022 | [Nickel Chromium Austenitic Pipe/Tube Strips (Non-Skelp)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72209022/) |
| 72209029 | [Strips for pipes and tubes: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72209029/) |
| 72209090 | [Flat-Rolled Stainless Steel (<600mm Width) \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72209090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 7220

It includes Stainless steel flat products

### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Stainless steel flat products?

If your outward supply of Stainless steel flat products is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43.

### What should my invoice and records include for Stainless steel flat 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.

### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Stainless steel flat products?

Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Stainless steel flat products?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Stainless steel flat products 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.

### Any special steps when selling Stainless steel flat products through an e‑commerce platform?

Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1,425 Cr (−8.07% YoY) — 0.0385% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,527 Cr (−18.57% YoY) — 0.0250% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹103 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #724 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 72: 1.82% of its exports; import side 1.04%
- Rank within Chapter 72: #12 of 29 by export value; import-side #11

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 10.08% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #329 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +95.53% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Ch. 72: 1.82% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 7220

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 | 800.63 | 0.0349% | — | 1.18% | 1,833.67 | 0.0511% | — | 2.08% | −1,033.04 | #330 |
| FY 2019-20 | 708.08 | 0.0321% | −11.56% | 1.08% | 1,895.71 | 0.0565% | +3.38% | 2.50% | −1,187.63 | #350 |
| FY 2020-21 | 727.78 | 0.0338% | +2.78% | 0.81% | 1,816.54 | 0.0623% | −4.18% | 2.96% | −1,088.76 | #363 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,423.04 | 0.0453% | +95.53% | 0.83% | 2,686.95 | 0.0588% | +47.92% | 2.86% | −1,263.91 | #293 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,824.63 | 0.0504% | +28.22% | 1.71% | 2,434.58 | 0.0423% | −9.39% | 1.70% | −609.95 | #262 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1,549.69 | 0.0428% | −15.07% | 1.58% | 1,875.66 | 0.0334% | −22.96% | 1.21% | −325.97 | #298 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1,424.68 | 0.0385% | −8.07% | 1.82% | 1,527.28 | 0.0250% | −18.57% | 1.04% | −102.60 | #329 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 10.08%/yr, imports -3.00%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 10.08% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 have grown at a compound annual rate of 10.08% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹800.63 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,424.68 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 ranked #329 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 ranks #329 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 72, it ranks #12 of 29. By trade surplus, it ranks #724 of 1233.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 95.53% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹102.60 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,527.28 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1,424.68 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹102.60 Crore — ranking #724 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -3.00% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Stainless steel flat products

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 have grown at -3.00% CAGR, reaching ₹1,527.28 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 contributes 1.82% of Chapter 72 exports — ranked #12

Among the 29 sub-chapters under Chapter 72, HSN Sub-Chapter 7220 ranks #12 by export value — accounting for 1.82% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.04% share (rank #11).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7209/) | ₹2,527 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7224: Other alloy steel products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7224/) | ₹1,500 Cr |
| #12 | HSN Sub-Chapter 7220: Stainless steel flat products (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹1,425 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/) |
| 7209 | [Flat-Rolled Iron Products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7209/) |
| 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/) |
| 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/) |