Steel drums and barrels is classified under HSN heading 7310 (Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material…). Main codes: 731010 of a capacity of 50 l or more; 731029 other. GST as on 1 November 2026: 18%. On B2B invoices, write at least 4 digits of the code (6 digits on every invoice if last year's turnover was above ₹5 crore).
Rates checked on 1 November 2026 · BooksOn HSN dataset v9, compiled from CBIC notifications
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What is the GST rate on Steel drums and barrels?
GST on Steel drums and barrels as on 1 November 2026: 18%. Which rate applies depends on the exact code and on how it is sold or supplied; each entry below names the CBIC notification it comes from.
| New GST rate | Old GST rate (before 22 Sep 2025) | Code | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18% | 18% | 7310 | Iron or steel tanks, drums, cans and boxes up to 300 litres, without mechanical or heating equipment, are taxed at 18%; milk cans are not covered. 9/2025-CT(R), entry 288 |
How to find the rate on an old invoice's date: GST rate on a past date.
7310 Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, of a capacity not exceeding 300 l, whether or not lined or heat-insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment
| Code | Description (as in the tariff) |
|---|---|
731010 | Of a capacity of 50 l or more |
73101010 | Tin plate containers |
73101020 | Trunks and cases |
73101090 | Other |
731029 | Other |
73102910 | Tin plate containers |
73102920 | Trunks and cases |
73102990 | Other |
See all 11 codes on the Chapter 73 page.
Which code goes on your GST invoice?
With aggregate turnover up to ₹5 crore in the previous year, write at least the 4-digit code (7310) on tax invoices to registered buyers (B2B; optional on B2C invoices); above ₹5 crore, the 6-digit code that fits (731010, 731029) on every tax invoice. The HSN summary in Table 12 of GSTR-1 takes the same digits. Details: invoice rules under Notification 78/2020-Central Tax.
Questions
What is the HSN code for Steel drums and barrels?
Steel drums and barrels is classified under HSN heading 7310 (Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material…). Main codes: 731010 of a capacity of 50 l or more; 731029 other. GST as on 1 November 2026: 18%. On B2B invoices, write at least 4 digits of the code (6 digits on every invoice if last year's turnover was above ₹5 crore).
What is the GST rate on Steel drums and barrels?
As on 1 November 2026, GST on Steel drums and barrels is 18%, depending on the exact code and how it is sold or supplied (CBIC notification 9/2025-CT(R)). Reference only; check the notification.
Did the GST rate on Steel drums and barrels change in 2025?
No. GST 2.0 on 22 September 2025 did not change the rate entries for Steel drums and barrels.
What was the GST rate on Steel drums and barrels in July 2017?
On 1 July 2017: 18%.
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Codes and descriptions from the BooksOn HSN dataset (version 9, 2026-11-01), compiled from the Customs Tariff and CBIC notifications. Reference only; see Sources & disclaimer.