HSN Code 72269940 – Skelp (Strips For Pipes And Tubes)

HSN Code

72269940

Chapter

Digits

8-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 72269940?

HSN code 72269940 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Skelp (Strips For Pipes And Tubes) under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 8-digit code sitting at the tariff item (8-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 skelp (strips for pipes and tubes) must quote HSN 72269940 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 72269940

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	72	iron and steel
Heading	7226	flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of less than 600 mm
Sub-heading	722699	other :
Tariff	72269940	skelp (strips for pipes and tubes)

GST rate for HSN 72269940

Goods under HSN 72269940 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.

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

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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Related HSN codes

HSN Code	Description
72269910	of a thickness of above 4.75 mm
72269920	of a thickness of above 3 mm and but not exceeding 4.75 mm
72269930	of a thickness of below 3 mm
72269951	hot rolled
72269952	cold rolled
72269953	of spring steel, other than skelp
72269960	skelps and strips for razor blades and saw blades
72269971	plain and corrugated
72269972	electrolytically, plain and corrugated
72269973	galvannealed
72269979	other
72269981	with aluminium
72269982	with aluminium-zinc alloys
72269983	painted, coloured or coated with plastics
72269989	other
72269990	other

HSN Code 72269940 — FAQs

What is HSN code 72269940?

HSN code 72269940 classifies "Skelp (Strips For Pipes And Tubes)" 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 72269940?

72269940 is a 8-digit HSN code — a tariff item (8-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 72269940?

Goods under HSN 72269940 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 Skelp (Strips For Pipes And Tubes).

Which chapter does HSN code 72269940 belong to?

HSN 72269940 belongs to Chapter 72 — Iron And Steel, part of Section XV: Base Metals & Articles Thereof.

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