72Chapter (2-digit)Section XV

HSN Code 72 – Iron And Steel

Full GST classification for Iron And Steel — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

72

Chapter

72

Digits

2-digit

Section

XV

What is HSN Code 72?

HSN code 72 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Iron And Steel under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 2-digit code sitting at the chapter (2-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 72 — Iron And Steel, which is part of Section XV: Base Metals & Articles Thereof. Every GST-registered business supplying iron and steel must quote HSN 72 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 72

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter72iron and steel

GST rate for HSN 72

Goods under HSN 72 attract GST at one of the five standard slabs. The exact rate depends on the specific product and the latest GST Council notification — always confirm before invoicing.

0%

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

5%

Merit rate

Essentials, packaged food, transport

12%

Standard-low

Processed food, mobiles, apparel > ₹1,000

18%

Standard

Most goods, electronics, services

28%

Demerit / luxury

Cars, cement, aerated drinks, tobacco

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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
7201pig iron and spiegeleisen in pigs, blocks or other primary forms
7202ferro-alloys
7203ferrous products obtained by direct reduction of iron ore and other spongy ferrous products, in lumps, pellets or similar forms; iron having minimum purity by weight of 99.94%, in lumps, pellets or similar forms
7204ferrous waste and scrap; remelting scrap ingots of iron or steel
7205granules and powders, of pig iron, spiegeleisen, iron or steel
7206iron and non-alloy steel in ingots or other primary forms (excluding iron of heading 7203)
7207semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel
7208flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, hot-rolled, not clad, plated or coated
7209flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, cold- rolled (cold-reduced), not clad, plated or coated
7210flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, clad, plated or coated
7211flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of less than 600 mm, not clad, plated or coated
7212flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, of a width of less than 600 mm, clad, plated or coated
7213bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, of iron or non-alloy steel
7214other bars and rods of iron or non-alloy steel, not further worked than forged, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, but including those twisted after rolling
7215other bars and rods of iron or non-alloy steel
7216angles, shapes and sections of iron or non-alloy steel
7217wire of iron or non-alloy steel
7218stainless steel in ingots or other primary forms; semi-finished products of stainless steel
7219flat-rolled products of stainless steel, of a width of 600 mm or more
7220flat-rolled products of stainless steel, of a width of less than 600 mm
7221bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, of stainless steel
7222other bars and rods of stainless steel, angles, shapes and sections of stainless steel
7223wire of stainless steel
7224other alloy steel in ingots or other primary forms; semi-finished products of other alloy steel
7225flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more
7226flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of less than 600 mm
7227bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, of other alloy steel
7228other bars and rods of other alloy steel; angles, shapes and sections, of other alloy steel; hollow drill bars and rods, of alloy or non-alloy steel
7229wire of other alloy steel

HSN Code 72 — FAQs

What is HSN code 72?

HSN code 72 classifies "Iron And Steel" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 72 (Iron And Steel) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 72?

72 is a 2-digit HSN code — a chapter (2-digit). Businesses declare 4-digit HSN (turnover up to ₹5 crore) or 6-digit HSN (above ₹5 crore) on GST invoices; 8-digit codes are used for exports and imports.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 72?

Goods under HSN 72 are taxed at one of the GST slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — depending on the exact product and the latest GST Council notification. Use the Laabam.One GST Rate Finder to confirm the current rate for Iron And Steel.

Which chapter does HSN code 72 belong to?

HSN 72 belongs to Chapter 72 — Iron And Steel, part of Section XV: Base Metals & Articles Thereof.

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