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# HSN Sub-chapter 7221: Stainless steel bars and rods

Barsandrods, hot-rolled, inirregularlywound coils, of stainless steel

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

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

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 72210011 | [Wrought Aluminium Bars and Rods](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72210011/) |
| 72210012 | [Bright SS Bars (Ni-Cr Austenitic)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72210012/) |
| 72210019 | [Other Bright Stainless Steel Bars](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72210019/) |
| 72210090 | [Hot-rolled Bars and Rods, Stainless Steel](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-72210090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 7221

It includes Stainless steel bars and rods

### Do spares or accessories of Stainless steel bars and rods 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.

### Any special steps when selling Stainless steel bars and rods 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.

### How are warranty replacements of Stainless steel bars and rods 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.

### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Stainless steel bars and rods?

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.

### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Stainless steel bars and rods?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹969 Cr (+8.60% YoY) — 0.0262% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹363 Cr (+14.97% YoY) — 0.0060% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹605 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #243 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 72: 1.24% of its exports; import side 0.25%
- Rank within Chapter 72: #16 of 29 by export value; import-side #23

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 10.05% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #395 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +92.17% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Ch. 72: 1.24% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 7221

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 | 545.17 | 0.0238% | — | 0.80% | 536.71 | 0.0149% | — | 0.61% | +8.46 | #401 |
| FY 2019-20 | 540.85 | 0.0245% | −0.79% | 0.82% | 423.33 | 0.0126% | −21.13% | 0.56% | +117.52 | #392 |
| FY 2020-21 | 699.08 | 0.0325% | +29.26% | 0.78% | 400.68 | 0.0138% | −5.35% | 0.65% | +298.40 | #369 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,343.40 | 0.0428% | +92.17% | 0.79% | 484.31 | 0.0106% | +20.87% | 0.51% | +859.09 | #305 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,511.57 | 0.0417% | +12.52% | 1.41% | 401.79 | 0.0070% | −17.04% | 0.28% | +1,109.78 | #307 |
| FY 2023-24 | 891.98 | 0.0247% | −40.99% | 0.91% | 316.08 | 0.0056% | −21.33% | 0.20% | +575.90 | #395 |
| FY 2024-25 | 968.67 | 0.0262% | +8.60% | 1.24% | 363.39 | 0.0060% | +14.97% | 0.25% | +605.28 | #395 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 10.05%/yr, imports -6.29%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 10.05% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 have grown at a compound annual rate of 10.05% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹545.17 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹968.67 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 ranked #395 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 ranks #395 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 72, it ranks #16 of 29. By trade surplus, it ranks #243 of 1233.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 92.17% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹605.28 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹968.67 Cr exceeded imports of ₹363.39 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹605.28 Crore — ranking #243 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -6.29% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Stainless steel bars and rods

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 have grown at -6.29% CAGR, reaching ₹363.39 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 contributes 1.24% of Chapter 72 exports — ranked #16

Among the 29 sub-chapters under Chapter 72, HSN Sub-Chapter 7221 ranks #16 by export value — accounting for 1.24% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.25% share (rank #23).

## 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 |
| #16 | HSN Sub-Chapter 7221: Stainless steel bars and rods (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹969 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/) |
| 7220 | [Stainless steel flat products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7220/) |
| 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/) |