What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 72161000?

HSN code 72161000 (Steel Angle & Section) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 72161000?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 72161000 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 72161000 cover?

HSN code 72161000 covers Steel Angle & Section. 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 72161000?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 72161000 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

What is the HSN code for steel angles / sections?

U, I or H sections (not further worked than hot-rolled) are classified under 72161000, and L sections under 72162100, within heading 7216.

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Steel Angle & Section HSN Code 7216

Q: What is the HSN code for Steel Angle & Section?

The HSN code for Steel Angle & Section is 72161000, classified under Chapter 72 – Iron and steel of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

18% IGSTSchedule II

Angles, shapes and sections of iron or non-alloy steel are classified under HSN heading 7216. U/I/H sections and L sections each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

7216

Primary code

72161000

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

15%

Steel Angle & Section HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 7216 (angles, shapes and sections of iron or non- alloy steel). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
72161000	U, I or H sections, not further worked than hot- rolled,hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less Amended by Notn. No. 48/18 than 80 mm rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80 mm :	18%	15%
72162100	L sections	18%	15%

FTA preferential rates: 12 partner agreement(s) listed for 72161000; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 10 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for steel angle & section?

The HSN code for steel angle & section is 7216 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for steel angle & section the most common is 72161000, 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 steel angle & section is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for steel angle & section 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
72164-digit headingANGLES, SHAPES AND SECTIONS OF IRON OR NON- ALLOY STEEL
7216106-digit subheadingANGLES, SHAPES AND SECTIONS OF IRON OR NON- ALLOY STEEL
721610008-digit tariff itemU, I or H sections, not further worked than hot- rolled,hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less Amended by Notn. No. 48/18 than 80 mm rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80 mm :

Section XV — BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METAL

GST on steel angle & section

Steel Angle & Section (HSN 7216) 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 72161000 — 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 steel angle & section

When steel angle & section (HSN 72161000) 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.

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Conclusion

The HSN code for steel angle & section is 7216 at the heading level, with 72161000 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.