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# HSN Code 05010010: Unworked Human Hair

- [Section 01: Guide to HSN Section 01](https://busy.in/hsn/section-01/)
- [Chapter 05: Other Products of Animal Origin](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-05/)
- [Sub-chapter 0501: Spices & herbs](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0501/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Human hair, unworked, whether or not washed or scoured; Waste of human hair : Human hair, unworked, whether or not washed or scoured | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 5010010 ?

It includes Unworked Human Hair

### Are e‑way bill and e‑invoice required for Unworked Human Hair?

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 Unworked Human Hair?

Yes. When Unworked Human Hair 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.

### How much GST applies to Unworked Human Hair?

Under HSN 05010010, Unworked Human Hair 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 Unworked Human Hair?

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 Unworked Human Hair?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 05010010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1,678 Cr (+12.80% YoY) — 0.0456% of India's total exports
- Imports: Nil (−100.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹1,678 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #234 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 0501: 99.56% of its exports
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 0501: #1 of 2 by export value

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 38.11% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #335 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,185.51% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0501: 99.56% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 05010010

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. 0501 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 0501 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 241.72 | 0.0106% | — | 98.05% | 3.59 | 0.0001% | — | 100.00% | +238.13 | #1158 |
| FY 2019-20 | 40.02 | 0.0018% | −83.44% | 69.81% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −97.77% | 40.00% | +39.94 | #3208 |
| FY 2020-21 | 86.17 | 0.0040% | +115.32% | 76.18% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +112.50% | 100.00% | +86.00 | #2229 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,107.72 | 0.0353% | +1,185.51% | 85.95% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −41.18% | 71.43% | +1,107.62 | #429 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,362.54 | 0.0376% | +23.00% | 92.78% | 1.59 | 0.0000% | +1,490.00% | 100.00% | +1,360.95 | #376 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1,487.33 | 0.0411% | +9.16% | 97.84% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −97.48% | 100.00% | +1,487.29 | #340 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1,677.68 | 0.0456% | +12.80% | 99.56% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | — | +1,677.68 | #335 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 38.11%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 05010010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 38.11% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 05010010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 38.11% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹241.72 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,677.68 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 05010010 ranked #335 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 05010010 ranks #335 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0501, it ranks #1 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #234 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 05010010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 05010010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 1,185.51% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹1,677.68 Crore in HSN Code 05010010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹1,677.68 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1,677.68 Crore — ranking #234 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 05010010 contributes 99.56% of Sub-Chapter 0501 exports — ranked #1

Among the 2 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0501, HSN Code 05010010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 99.56% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 0501

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 05010010: Unworked Human Hair (this hsn code) | ₹1,678 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 05010020: Waste of Human Hair](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05010020/) | ₹7 Cr |