HSN Codes · Chapter 72: Iron and Steel

HSN Code 722540

Other, not further worked than hot-rolled, not in coils

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 722540

The first two digits (72) place this code in chapter 72 — Iron and Steel. Heading 7225 groups the product family, and the remaining digits pin down this specific 6-digit classification. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

Primary iron and steel — ingots, HR/CR coils, bars, rods, TMT, and wire. The raw-material chapter for every steel trader, at 18% GST.

Parent heading

7225 — Flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more

More specific codes under 722540

  • 72254011 — Other, not further worked than hot-rolled, not in coils — boiler quality
  • 72254012 — Other, not further worked than hot-rolled, not in coils — pressure vessel quality
  • 72254013 — Other, not further worked than hot-rolled, not in coils — high tensile quality
  • 72254019 — Other, not further worked than hot-rolled, not in coils — other
  • 72254020 — Of a thickness of 3 mm and above but not exceeding 4.75 mm
  • 72254030 — Other, not further worked than hot-rolled, not in coils — of a thickness of below 3 mm

Related codes in heading 7225

  • 722511 — Flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more — grain-oriented
  • 722519 — Flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more — other
  • 722530 — Other, not further worked than hot-rolled, in coils
  • 722550 — Other, not further worked than cold-rolled (cold-reduced)
  • 722591 — Flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more — electrolytically plated or coated with zinc
  • 722592 — Flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more — otherwise plated or coated with zinc
  • 722599 — Flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 722540 depends on the specific item and applicable notifications. Check the classification with our HSN code finder and confirm the rate before invoicing.
Businesses with annual aggregate turnover of ₹5 crore or more must report at least 6 digits on e-invoices and e-way bills; below ₹5 crore, 4 digits is the B2B minimum. Exports require 8 digits.
Every line item on a GST tax invoice carries its HSN code alongside the description, quantity, taxable value, and tax breakup. The code also flows into your GSTR-1 HSN summary and e-way bills.

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