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# HSN Code 03038910: Hilsa Fish

- [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 0303: Frozen fish](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0303/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other fish, excluding livers and roes : Other : Hilsa [ other than fresh or chilled and other than pre-packaged and labelled unit container] | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Other fish, excluding livers and roes : Other : Hilsa | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 3038910 ?

It includes Hilsa Fish

### Does ‘pre‑packaged & labelled’ change GST on Hilsa Fish?

Yes. When Hilsa Fish 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.

### Are e‑way bill and e‑invoice required for Hilsa Fish?

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.

### How to bill mixed items when Hilsa Fish is sold with exempt goods?

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

### Any import/export nuance for Hilsa Fish?

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

### How much GST applies to Hilsa Fish?

Under HSN 03038910, Hilsa Fish attracts Varies subject to its exact form and packaging. Use the correct HSN and describe the form clearly on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 03038910 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹14 Cr (−0.21% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹388 Cr (+102.33% YoY) — 0.0064% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹374 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11716 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 0303: 0.28% of its exports; import side 78.11%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 0303: #24 of 89 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -0.44% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5327 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,646.67% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0303: 0.28% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 03038910

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. 0303 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 0303 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 14.55 | 0.0006% | — | 0.30% | 21.33 | 0.0006% | — | 29.40% | −6.78 | #4515 |
| FY 2019-20 | 4.36 | 0.0002% | −70.03% | 0.12% | 89.17 | 0.0027% | +318.05% | 55.26% | −84.81 | #6025 |
| FY 2020-21 | 4.72 | 0.0002% | +8.26% | 0.17% | 109.00 | 0.0037% | +22.24% | 42.34% | −104.28 | #6003 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −87.29% | 0.02% | 111.42 | 0.0024% | +2.22% | 42.66% | −110.82 | #8453 |
| FY 2022-23 | 10.48 | 0.0003% | +1,646.67% | 0.20% | 156.07 | 0.0027% | +40.07% | 65.00% | −145.59 | #5573 |
| FY 2023-24 | 14.20 | 0.0004% | +35.50% | 0.26% | 191.97 | 0.0034% | +23.00% | 75.41% | −177.77 | #5237 |
| FY 2024-25 | 14.17 | 0.0004% | −0.21% | 0.28% | 388.42 | 0.0064% | +102.33% | 78.11% | −374.25 | #5327 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -0.44%/yr, imports 62.20%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 03038910 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -0.44% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 03038910 have declined at a compound annual rate of -0.44% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹14.55 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹14.17 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 03038910 ranked #5327 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 03038910 ranks #5327 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0303, it ranks #24 of 89. By trade surplus, it ranks #11716 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 03038910 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 03038910 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 1,646.67% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹374.25 Crore in HSN Code 03038910 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹388.42 Cr exceeded exports of ₹14.17 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹374.25 Crore — ranking #11716 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 62.20% CAGR signals rising demand for Hilsa Fish

India's imports under HSN Code 03038910 have grown at 62.20% CAGR, reaching ₹388.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 03038910 contributes 0.28% of Sub-Chapter 0303 exports — ranked #24

Among the 89 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0303, HSN Code 03038910 ranks #24 by export value — accounting for 0.28% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 78.11% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 0303

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 03038930: Ribbon Fish](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03038930/) | ₹1,449 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 03035910: Indian Mackerels (Rastrelliger Spp.)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03035910/) | ₹1,318 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 03038980: Dogfish (Frozen, excl. pre-packaged)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03038980/) | ₹515 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 03038990: Other Fish](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03038990/) | ₹356 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 03034300: Frozen Skipjack/Bonito](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03034300/) | ₹306 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 03038950: Frozen pomfret](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03038950/) | ₹303 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 03034200: Frozen Yellowfin Tuna](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03034200/) | ₹207 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 03032300: Frozen Tilapia](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03032300/) | ₹150 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 03033300: Frozen Sole](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03033300/) | ₹81 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 03032900: Frozen Nile perch & snakeheads](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-03032900/) | ₹39 Cr |
| #24 | HSN Code 03038910: Hilsa Fish (this hsn code) | ₹14 Cr |