What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 72191111?

HSN code 72191111 (Stainless Steel) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 72191111?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 72191111 is 15%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 72191111 cover?

HSN code 72191111 covers Stainless Steel. It sits under Chapter 72 – Iron and steel, in Section XV – BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METAL.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 72191111?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 72191111 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

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Stainless Steel HSN Code 7219

Q: What is the HSN code for Stainless Steel?

The HSN code for Stainless Steel is 72191111, classified under Chapter 72 – Iron and steel of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

Q: What is the HSN code for stainless steel?

Hot-rolled stainless steel in coils falls under sub-heading 721911 — thickness up to 14 mm under 72191111 and over 14 mm under 72191112, within heading 7219.

18% IGSTSchedule II

Flat-rolled products of stainless steel (width ≥600 mm) are classified under HSN heading 7219. Hot-rolled coils are split by thickness into separate tariff items.

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Heading

7219

Primary code

72191111

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

15%

Stainless Steel HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 7219 (flat-rolled products of stainless steel, of a width of 600 mm or more). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
72191111	- Not exceeding 14 mm	18%	15%
72191112	- Exceeding 14 mm	18%	15%

FTA preferential rates: 12 partner agreement(s) listed for 72191111; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 8 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for stainless steel?

The HSN code for stainless steel is 7219 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for stainless steel the most common is 72191111, which attracts 18% IGST.

HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are India's standardised product-classification system used for both GST and customs. The first 2 digits are the chapter, 4 digits the heading, 6 digits the international subheading and 8 digits the India-specific tariff item. Always confirm the exact 8-digit code for your specific variant, and verify the rate against the latest CBIC/DGFT notification before filing.

How stainless steel is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for stainless steel narrows down level by level — from the broad section to the specific 8-digit tariff item used on your invoice and Bill of Entry.

Chapter 722-digitIron and steel
72194-digit headingFLAT-ROLLED PRODUCTS OF STAINLESS STEEL, OF A WIDTH OF 600 MM OR MORE
7219116-digit subheadingOf a thickness exceeding 10 mm :
721911118-digit tariff item- Not exceeding 14 mm

Section XV — BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METAL

GST on stainless steel

Stainless Steel (HSN 7219) attracts 18% GST under GST Schedule II. On a sale within the same state this is charged as 9% CGST + 9% SGST; on an inter-state sale or an import it is charged as a single 18% IGST. This is the rate recorded for the primary code 72191111 — other variants in the table above can carry different rates, so match your exact product and verify against the latest CBIC GST rate notification.

Customs duty on imported stainless steel

When stainless steel (HSN 72191111) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 15%, AIDC 15%, Social Welfare Surcharge on the aggregate of customs duties, plus IGST 18% on the assessable value plus duties.

Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: ₹40.3905. This is an estimate — the actual amount depends on valuation, exemptions and the notifications in force on the date of import.

See the full duty breakdown for 72191111 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for stainless steel is 7219 at the heading level, with 72191111 the most commonly used 8-digit tariff item (18% GST). Always pick the 8-digit code that matches your exact product variant from the table above, and confirm the GST rate and customs duty against the latest CBIC/DGFT notifications before invoicing or filing a Bill of Entry.