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# HSN Code 01069000: Other Live Animals & Exotic Species

- [Section 01: Guide to HSN Section 01](https://busy.in/hsn/section-01/)
- [Chapter 01: Live Animal](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-01/)
- [Sub-chapter 0106: Other live animals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0106/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 1069000 ?

It includes Other Live Animals & Exotic Species

### Any typical mistake to avoid with Other Live Animals & Exotic Species?

Don’t charge GST on exempt fresh/chilled items. Only non‑fresh/chilled, pre‑packaged & labelled packs draw 5%.

### How should I show Other Live Animals & Exotic Species on the invoice?

Use the correct HSN and mention the form (fresh/chilled vs frozen/dried) and whether it’s pre‑packaged & labelled.

### Does e‑invoicing apply for Other Live Animals & Exotic Species?

e‑Invoicing depends on turnover, not the item rate. If AATO exceeds the notified threshold (presently ₹5 crore), B2B invoices must be reported to IRP unless you are a notified exempt person.

### Can I claim ITC on expenses linked to Other Live Animals & Exotic Species?

No. ITC attributable to exempt/Nil supplies is not available. If you also make taxable supplies, apportion and reverse credit under Rule 42.

### Do I need an e‑way bill when moving Other Live Animals & Exotic Species?

e‑Way bill may be required if the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000, subject to notified exemptions. Check your state’s list for agri/animal goods.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 01069000 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−25.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹9 Cr (−48.55% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹9 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9032 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 0106: 15.79% of its exports; import side 10.69%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 0106: #2 of 18 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- National export rank: #10193 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +300.00% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0106: 15.79% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 01069000

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 0106 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 0106 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 7.58 | 0.0002% | — | 36.22% | −7.58 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 5.01 | 0.0001% | −33.91% | 23.63% | −5.01 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 5.30 | 0.0002% | +5.79% | 23.75% | −5.30 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 20.00% | 10.16 | 0.0002% | +91.70% | 38.08% | −10.13 | #9964 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −66.67% | 25.00% | 10.79 | 0.0002% | +6.20% | 35.25% | −10.78 | #10292 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +300.00% | 100.00% | 18.33 | 0.0003% | +69.88% | 28.00% | −18.29 | #10146 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −25.00% | 15.79% | 9.43 | 0.0002% | −48.55% | 10.69% | −9.40 | #10193 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 3.71%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 01069000 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 01069000

India exported ₹0.03 Crore worth of Other Live Animals & Exotic Species in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### HSN Code 01069000 ranked #10193 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 01069000 ranks #10193 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0106, it ranks #2 of 18. By trade surplus, it ranks #9032 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 01069000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 01069000 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 300.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹9.40 Crore in HSN Code 01069000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹9.43 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.03 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹9.40 Crore — ranking #9032 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 3.71% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Live Animals & Exotic Species

India's imports under HSN Code 01069000 have grown at 3.71% CAGR, reaching ₹9.43 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 01069000 contributes 15.79% of Sub-Chapter 0106 exports — ranked #2

Among the 18 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0106, HSN Code 01069000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 15.79% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 10.69% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 0106

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 01061900: Mammals\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-01061900/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #2 | HSN Code 01069000: Other Live Animals & Exotic Species (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 01061100: Mammals\| Primates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-01061100/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 01061200: Other Mail Handling Machines](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-01061200/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 01061300: Mammals: Camels and other camelids (Camelidae)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-01061300/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 01061400: Mammals \| Rabbits And Hares](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-01061400/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 01062000: Reptiles (Including Snakes And Turtles)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-01062000/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 01063100: Birds of Prey](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-01063100/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 01063200: Parrots and Macaws](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-01063200/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 01063900: Other Birds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-01063900/) | Nil |