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# HSN Code 03011900: Ornamental Fish | Other

- [Section 01: Guide to HSN Section 01](https://busy.in/hsn/section-01/)
- [Chapter 03: Fish, Molluscs and Aquatic Invertebrates](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-03/)
- [Sub-chapter 0301: Live fish](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0301/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Ornamental Fish : Other | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 3011900 ?

It includes Ornamental Fish | Other

### How much GST applies to Ornamental Fish / Other?

Under HSN 03011900, Ornamental Fish / Other attracts Varies subject to its exact form and packaging. Use the correct HSN and describe the form clearly on the invoice.

### How to bill mixed items when Ornamental Fish / Other is sold with exempt goods?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN. Apply Varies for Ornamental Fish / Other and Nil for exempt lines. This avoids misclassification and wrong tax collection.

### Are e‑way bill and e‑invoice required for Ornamental Fish / Other?

e‑Way bill is needed for consignment value above ₹50,000 unless exempted. e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

### Does ‘pre‑packaged & labelled’ change GST on Ornamental Fish / Other?

Yes. When Ornamental Fish / Other is not fresh/chilled and is sold in pre‑packaged & labelled packs, GST is 5%. If it is not pre‑packaged & labelled, it stays Nil.

### Is ITC allowed for costs used to trade Ornamental Fish / Other?

If your outward supply is taxable (e.g., 5% or 12%), eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### Any import/export nuance for Ornamental Fish / Other?

Exports are zero‑rated. Imports may draw customs duties; domestic GST follows the schedule for the item’s form/packaging.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 03011900 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹4 Cr (−44.47% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹11 Cr (+75.20% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹7 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8808 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 0301: 23.14% of its exports; import side 43.02%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 0301: #2 of 8 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -0.82% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6799 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +376.67% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0301: 23.14% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 03011900

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. 0301 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 0301 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 4.54 | 0.0002% | — | 42.43% | 2.37 | 0.0001% | — | 6.78% | +2.17 | #5975 |
| FY 2019-20 | 5.16 | 0.0002% | +13.66% | 43.00% | 8.03 | 0.0002% | +238.82% | 47.60% | −2.87 | #5817 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.08 | 0.0001% | −40.31% | 19.72% | 10.40 | 0.0004% | +29.51% | 22.31% | −7.32 | #6531 |
| FY 2021-22 | 3.60 | 0.0001% | +16.88% | 9.66% | 23.04 | 0.0005% | +121.54% | 79.70% | −19.44 | #6710 |
| FY 2022-23 | 17.16 | 0.0005% | +376.67% | 34.12% | 8.05 | 0.0001% | −65.06% | 60.89% | +9.11 | #4868 |
| FY 2023-24 | 7.78 | 0.0002% | −54.66% | 28.06% | 6.37 | 0.0001% | −20.87% | 42.47% | +1.41 | #6038 |
| FY 2024-25 | 4.32 | 0.0001% | −44.47% | 23.14% | 11.16 | 0.0002% | +75.20% | 43.02% | −6.84 | #6799 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -0.82%/yr, imports 29.47%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 03011900 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -0.82% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 03011900 have declined at a compound annual rate of -0.82% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹4.54 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹4.32 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 03011900 ranked #6799 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 03011900 ranks #6799 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0301, it ranks #2 of 8. By trade surplus, it ranks #8808 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 03011900 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 03011900 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 376.67% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹6.84 Crore in HSN Code 03011900 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹11.16 Cr exceeded exports of ₹4.32 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹6.84 Crore — ranking #8808 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 29.47% CAGR signals rising demand for Ornamental Fish | Other

India's imports under HSN Code 03011900 have grown at 29.47% CAGR, reaching ₹11.16 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 03011900 contributes 23.14% of Sub-Chapter 0301 exports — ranked #2

Among the 8 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0301, HSN Code 03011900 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 23.14% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 43.02% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 0301

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 03011100: Ornamental Fish \| Fresh Water](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03011100/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 03011900: Ornamental Fish \| Other (this hsn code) | ₹4 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 03019300: Live fish – Carp](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03019300/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #4 | [HSN Code 03019900: Other Live Fish \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03019900/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 03019100: Live Trout](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03019100/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 03019200: Other Live Fish\|Eels (Anguilla Spp.)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03019200/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 03019400: Live fish – Bluefin tuna](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03019400/) | — |
| — | [HSN Code 03019500: Southern bluefin tuna, live](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03019500/) | — |