HSN Code 73021011 – Head Hardened Rails

HSN Code

73021011

Chapter

Digits

8-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 73021011?

HSN code 73021011 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Head Hardened Rails 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 73 — Articles Of Iron Or Steel, which is part of Section XV: Base Metals & Articles Thereof. Every GST-registered business supplying head hardened rails must quote HSN 73021011 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 73021011

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	73	articles of iron or steel
Heading	7302	railway or tramway track construction material of iron or steel, the following: rails, check-rails and rack rails, switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods and other crossing pieces, sleepers (cross-ties), fish- plates, chairs, chair wedges, sole plates (base plates), rail clips, bedplates, ties and other material specialized for jointing or fixing rails
Sub-heading	730210	rails :
Tariff	73021011	head hardened rails

GST rate for HSN 73021011

Goods under HSN 73021011 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
73021010	railway or tramway track construction material of iron or steel, the following: rails, check-rails and rack rails, switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods and other crossing pieces, sleepers (cross-ties), fish - plates, chairs, chair wedges, sole plates (base plates), rail clips, bedplates, ties and other material specialized for jointing or fixing rails- rails : for railways
73021012	asymmetric rails with end forging
73021013	asymmetric rails without end forging
73021014	other than asymmetric rails and head hardened rails
73021019	other
73021020	for tramways
73021090	other

HSN Code 73021011 — FAQs

What is HSN code 73021011?

HSN code 73021011 classifies "Head Hardened Rails" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 73 (Articles Of Iron Or Steel) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 73021011?

73021011 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 73021011?

Goods under HSN 73021011 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 Head Hardened Rails.

Which chapter does HSN code 73021011 belong to?

HSN 73021011 belongs to Chapter 73 — Articles Of Iron Or Steel, part of Section XV: Base Metals & Articles Thereof.

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