7902 HSN Code: Zinc waste & scrap

HSN Sub Chapter 7902 represents Zinc waste & scrap under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Zinc waste & scrap correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 7902, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Zinc waste & scrap.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 7902

GST Rate for Zinc waste & scrap under HSN Code 7902. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

79

HSN Code

7902

HSN Description

Zinc waste and scrap

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 7902

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Zinc waste & scrap.

Tariff HSN

79020010

Description

Zinc waste and scrap : Zinc scrap, namely the following : old zinc die cast scrap covered by ISRI code word ‘Saves’; new zinc die cast scrap covered by ISRI code word ‘Scabs’; new plated zinc die cast scrap covered by ISRI code word ‘Scope’; zinc die cast automotive grills covered by ISRI code word ‘Scoot’; Old scrap zinc covered by ISRI code word ‘Score’; New zinc clippings covered by ISRI code word ‘Screen’; zinc die cast slabs or pigs covered by ISRI code word ‘Scull’; crushed clean sorted fragmentizers die cast scrap, as produced from automobile fragmentizers covered by ISRI code word ‘Scribe’; Hot dip galvanizers slab zinc dross (batch process) covered by ISRI code word ‘Scrub’ (minimum 92% zinc) – free of skimmings; continuous line galvanizing slab zinc top dross covered by ISRI code word ‘Seal’ (minimum 90% zinc) – free of skimmings; continuous line galvanizing slab zinc bottom dross covered by ISRI code word ‘Seam’ (minimum 92% zinc) – free of skimmings; prime zinc die cast covered by ISRI code word ‘Shelf’ (85% zinc) – free from corrosion or 'oxidation'; Unsorted Zinc die cast scrap produced from automobile fragmentizers containing about 55% zinc-bearing scrap covered by ISRI code word 'Scroll'

Tariff HSN

79020090

Description

Zinc waste and scrap : OTHER

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 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

< ₹1 Crore

−59.02% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹1,458 Cr

+24.31% vs FY 2023-24

0.0239% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹1,458 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #998 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 79

FY 2024-25

0.00%

Share of Chapter 79’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 20.93% of Chapter 79’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 79

FY 2024-25

#6 of 6

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 79

Import-side rank: #2 of 6

At a glance

−27.77%

Export CAGR

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

#1167

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+2,950.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

0.00%

Contribution to Ch. 79

Share of Chapter 79 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 7902

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 #1116

Balance

−1,624.54

Exports

1.76 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

0.04% of Ch. 79

Imports

1,626.30 ₹ Cr

0.0453% share

— YoY

28.80% of Ch. 79

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1126

Balance

−1,175.78

Exports

1.13 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−35.80% YoY

0.03% of Ch. 79

Imports

1,176.91 ₹ Cr

0.0351% share

−27.63% YoY

25.50% of Ch. 79

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1124

Balance

−696.54

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−15.04% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 79

Imports

697.50 ₹ Cr

0.0239% share

−40.73% YoY

20.33% of Ch. 79

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1185

Balance

−1,413.50

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−94.79% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 79

Imports

1,413.55 ₹ Cr

0.0309% share

+102.66% YoY

27.87% of Ch. 79

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1197

Balance

−1,881.38

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−60.00% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 79

Imports

1,881.40 ₹ Cr

0.0327% share

+33.10% YoY

25.73% of Ch. 79

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1163

Balance

−1,172.07

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+2,950.00% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 79

Imports

1,172.68 ₹ Cr

0.0209% share

−37.67% YoY

18.17% of Ch. 79

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1167

Balance

−1,457.56

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−59.02% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 79

Imports

1,457.81 ₹ Cr

0.0239% share

+24.31% YoY

20.93% of Ch. 79

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−27.77% /yr

Imports

−1.81% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 79 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹6,263.42 Cr

Import

₹6,965.04 Cr

Trade Balance

−701.62

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −27.77% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 have declined at a compound annual rate of −27.77% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹1.76 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.25 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 Ranked #1167 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 ranks #1167 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 79, it ranks #6 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #998 of 1233.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 2,950.00% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹1,457.56 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,457.81 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.25 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,457.56 Crore — ranking #998 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −1.81% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Zinc waste & scrap

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 have grown at −1.81% CAGR, reaching ₹1,457.81 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 Contributes 0.00% of Chapter 79 Exports — Ranked #6

Among the 6 subchapters under Chapter 79, HSN Sub-Chapter 7902 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 20.93% share (rank #2).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 7902 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 7902

It includes Zinc waste & scrap

Any special steps when selling Zinc waste & scrap 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.

What misclassification mistakes happen with Zinc waste & scrap?

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 are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Zinc waste & scrap?

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.

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Zinc waste & scrap?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Zinc waste & scrap are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

How are warranty replacements of Zinc waste & scrap 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.

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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