HSN Code 04090000: Natural honey

HSN Code 04090000 represents Natural honey under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Natural honey correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 04090000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Natural honey.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 04090000

HSN Code 04090000 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

NATURAL HONEY (other than pre-packaged and labelled)

Chapter

04 - Dairy produce; birds’ eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included

Sub Chapter

0409 - Natural honey

CGST

0%

SGST

0%

IGST

0%

CESS

0%

Description of Goods

NATURAL HONEY (other pre-packaged and labelled unit container and bearing a registered

Chapter

04 - Dairy produce; birds’ eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included

Sub Chapter

0409 - Natural honey

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 04090000 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹1,750 Cr

+18.97% vs FY 2023-24

0.0475% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹21 Cr

+26.06% vs FY 2023-24

0.0004% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹1,728 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #225 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 0409

FY 2024-25

100.00%

Share of Sub-Chapter 0409’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 0409’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 0409

FY 2024-25

#1 of 1

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 0409

Import-side rank: #1 of 1

At a glance

15.63%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#322

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+70.50%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

100.00%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0409

Share of Sub-Chapter 0409 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 04090000

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

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #450

Balance

+711.56

Exports

732.19 ₹ Cr

0.0320% share

YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

Imports

20.63 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #521

Balance

+619.75

Exports

633.79 ₹ Cr

0.0288% share

−13.44% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

Imports

14.04 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

−31.94% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #498

Balance

+703.16

Exports

716.23 ₹ Cr

0.0333% share

+13.01% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

Imports

13.07 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

−6.91% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #398

Balance

+1,202.72

Exports

1,221.18 ₹ Cr

0.0389% share

+70.50% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

Imports

18.46 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+41.24% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #314

Balance

+1,593.38

Exports

1,622.77 ₹ Cr

0.0448% share

+32.89% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

Imports

29.39 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+59.21% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #348

Balance

+1,453.88

Exports

1,470.84 ₹ Cr

0.0407% share

−9.36% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

Imports

16.96 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−42.29% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #322

Balance

+1,728.45

Exports

1,749.83 ₹ Cr

0.0475% share

+18.97% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

Imports

21.38 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+26.06% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 0409

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

15.63% /yr

Imports

0.60% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 0409 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹1,749.83 Cr

Import

₹21.38 Cr

Trade Balance

+1,728.45

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 04090000 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 15.63% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 04090000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 15.63% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹732.19 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,749.83 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 04090000 Ranked #322 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 04090000 ranks #322 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0409, it ranks #1 of 1. By trade surplus, it ranks #225 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 04090000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 04090000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 70.50% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹1,728.45 Crore in HSN Code 04090000 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹1,749.83 Cr exceeded imports of ₹21.38 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1,728.45 Crore — ranking #225 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 0.60% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Natural honey

India's imports under HSN Code 04090000 have grown at 0.60% CAGR, reaching ₹21.38 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 04090000 Contributes 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 0409 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 1 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0409, HSN Code 04090000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 100.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 100.00% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 04090000 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 4090000 ?

It includes Natural honey

Does ‘pre‑packaged & labelled’ change GST on Natural honey?

Yes. When Natural honey 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 Natural honey?

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 much GST applies to Natural honey?

Under HSN 04090000, Natural honey attracts TBD subject to its exact form and packaging. Use the correct HSN and describe the form clearly on the invoice.

Any import/export nuance for Natural honey?

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

Is ITC allowed for costs used to trade Natural honey?

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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.