--- title: "7901 HSN Code | HSN Code for Unwrought zinc in India" description: "Know more about 7901 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 7901 covering Unwrought zinc." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7901/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 7901: Unwrought zinc Unwrought zinc Part of [Chapter 79: Zinc & Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-79/). - Current GST rate: 18% - Earlier GST rate: 18% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 79011100 | [Zinc, not alloyed: 99.99% pure](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-79011100/) | | 79011200 | [Zinc: < 99.99% of zinc](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-79011200/) | | 79012010 | [Mozak (Zinc Alloy ≥94% Zinc)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-79012010/) | | 79012090 | [Zinc Alloys \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-79012090/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 7901 It includes Unwrought zinc ### Any import/export nuance for Unwrought zinc? Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE. ### What misclassification mistakes happen with Unwrought zinc? 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. ### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Unwrought zinc? Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Unwrought zinc are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding. ### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Unwrought zinc? 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. ### Any special steps when selling Unwrought zinc 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 7901 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹5,700 Cr (+4.27% YoY) — 0.1539% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹5,234 Cr (+3.74% YoY) — 0.0858% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹465 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #263 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 79: 91.00% of its exports; import side 75.15% - Rank within Chapter 79: #1 of 6 by export value; import-side #1 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 6.25% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #122 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +41.62% in FY 2022-23 - Contribution to Ch. 79: 91.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 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. 79 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 79 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 3,961.35 | 0.1726% | — | 94.54% | 3,819.00 | 0.1063% | — | 67.64% | +142.35 | #108 | | FY 2019-20 | 3,797.77 | 0.1719% | −4.13% | 94.07% | 3,242.03 | 0.0966% | −15.11% | 70.24% | +555.74 | #111 | | FY 2020-21 | 5,272.60 | 0.2451% | +38.83% | 95.68% | 2,577.63 | 0.0885% | −20.49% | 75.12% | +2,694.97 | #76 | | FY 2021-22 | 7,177.98 | 0.2287% | +36.14% | 95.77% | 3,445.59 | 0.0754% | +33.67% | 67.93% | +3,732.39 | #76 | | FY 2022-23 | 10,165.60 | 0.2808% | +41.62% | 95.83% | 5,196.90 | 0.0904% | +50.83% | 71.06% | +4,968.70 | #54 | | FY 2023-24 | 5,466.32 | 0.1511% | −46.23% | 90.84% | 5,045.51 | 0.0898% | −2.91% | 78.18% | +420.81 | #120 | | FY 2024-25 | 5,699.64 | 0.1539% | +4.27% | 91.00% | 5,234.34 | 0.0858% | +3.74% | 75.15% | +465.30 | #122 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 6.25%/yr, imports 5.39%/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 6.25% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.25% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3,961.35 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹5,699.64 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 ranked #122 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 ranks #122 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 79, it ranks #1 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #263 of 1233. ### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 41.62% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹465.30 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹5,699.64 Cr exceeded imports of ₹5,234.34 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹465.30 Crore — ranking #263 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 5.39% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Unwrought zinc India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 have grown at 5.39% CAGR, reaching ₹5,234.34 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 contributes 91.00% of Chapter 79 exports — ranked #1 Among the 6 sub-chapters under Chapter 79, HSN Sub-Chapter 7901 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 91.00% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 75.15% share (rank #1). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 79 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | HSN Sub-Chapter 7901: Unwrought zinc (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹5,700 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7903: Zinc dust, powders & flakes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7903/) | ₹264 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7904: Zinc bars, rods, profiles, wire](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7904/) | ₹200 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7907: Other zinc articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7907/) | ₹96 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7905: Zinc plates, sheets, strip, & foil](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7905/) | ₹4 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 7902: Zinc waste & scrap](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7902/) | < ₹1 Crore | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 7902 | [Zinc waste & scrap](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7902/) | | 7903 | [Zinc dust, powders & flakes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7903/) | | 7904 | [Zinc bars, rods, profiles, wire](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7904/) | | 7905 | [Zinc plates, sheets, strip, & foil](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7905/) | | 7907 | [Other zinc articles](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7907/) |