--- title: "7903 HSN Code | HSN Code for Zinc dust, powders & flakes in India" description: "Know more about 7903 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 7903 covering Zinc dust, powders & flakes." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7903/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 7903: Zinc dust, powders & flakes Zinc dust, powders and flakes Part of [Chapter 79: Zinc & Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-79/). - Current GST rate: 18% - Earlier GST rate: 18% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 79031000 | [Zinc Dust](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-79031000/) | | 79039000 | [Zinc Waste and Scrap](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-79039000/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 7903 It includes Zinc dust, powders & flakes ### How are warranty replacements of Zinc dust, powders & flakes 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. ### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Zinc dust, powders & flakes? Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Zinc dust, powders & flakes are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding. ### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Zinc dust, powders & flakes? 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. ### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Zinc dust, powders & flakes? Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Zinc dust, powders & flakes 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 import/export nuance for Zinc dust, powders & flakes? 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. ### Any special steps when selling Zinc dust, powders & flakes 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 7903 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹264 Cr (−9.68% YoY) — 0.0071% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹102 Cr (+9.42% YoY) — 0.0017% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹162 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #350 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 79: 4.21% of its exports; import side 1.46% - Rank within Chapter 79: #2 of 6 by export value; import-side #3 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 29.62% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #650 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +94.50% in FY 2022-23 - Contribution to Ch. 79: 4.21% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 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 | 55.65 | 0.0024% | — | 1.33% | 82.34 | 0.0023% | — | 1.46% | −26.69 | #821 | | FY 2019-20 | 82.31 | 0.0037% | +47.91% | 2.04% | 69.37 | 0.0021% | −15.75% | 1.50% | +12.94 | #760 | | FY 2020-21 | 68.52 | 0.0032% | −16.75% | 1.24% | 59.68 | 0.0020% | −13.97% | 1.74% | +8.84 | #789 | | FY 2021-22 | 115.54 | 0.0037% | +68.62% | 1.54% | 82.37 | 0.0018% | +38.02% | 1.62% | +33.17 | #759 | | FY 2022-23 | 224.73 | 0.0062% | +94.50% | 2.12% | 92.53 | 0.0016% | +12.33% | 1.27% | +132.20 | #666 | | FY 2023-24 | 292.24 | 0.0081% | +30.04% | 4.86% | 92.98 | 0.0017% | +0.49% | 1.44% | +199.26 | #621 | | FY 2024-25 | 263.95 | 0.0071% | −9.68% | 4.21% | 101.74 | 0.0017% | +9.42% | 1.46% | +162.21 | #650 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 29.62%/yr, imports 3.59%/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 29.62% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 have grown at a compound annual rate of 29.62% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹55.65 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹263.95 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 ranked #650 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 ranks #650 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 79, it ranks #2 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #350 of 1233. ### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 94.50% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹162.21 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹263.95 Cr exceeded imports of ₹101.74 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹162.21 Crore — ranking #350 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 3.59% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Zinc dust, powders & flakes India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 have grown at 3.59% CAGR, reaching ₹101.74 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 contributes 4.21% of Chapter 79 exports — ranked #2 Among the 6 sub-chapters under Chapter 79, HSN Sub-Chapter 7903 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 4.21% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.46% share (rank #3). ## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7901/) | ₹5,700 Cr | | #2 | HSN Sub-Chapter 7903: Zinc dust, powders & flakes (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹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 | | --- | --- | | 7901 | [Unwrought zinc](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7901/) | | 7902 | [Zinc waste & scrap](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7902/) | | 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/) |