HSN Code 05080050: Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms

HSN Code 05080050 represents Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 05080050, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 05080050

HSN Code 05080050 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Shells

Chapter

05 - Products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included

Sub Chapter

0508 - Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 05080050 not include?

Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 05080010

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Coral

HSN Code 05080020

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Chanks

HSN Code 05080030

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Cowries

HSN Code 05080040

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Cuttlefish bones

HSN Code 05080090

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 05080050 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 Crore

−65.69% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹8 Cr

+89.63% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹8 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #8899 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 0508

FY 2024-25

1.02%

Share of Sub-Chapter 0508’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 14.77% of Sub-Chapter 0508’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 0508

FY 2024-25

#5 of 6

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 0508

Import-side rank: #3 of 6

At a glance

−19.75%

Export CAGR

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

#9108

National Export Rank

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

+469.81%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2022-23 · strongest single-year move

1.02%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0508

Share of Sub-Chapter 0508 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 05080050

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 #7365

Balance

−4.99

Exports

1.31 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

6.59% of Sub-Ch. 0508

Imports

6.30 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

— YoY

14.08% of Sub-Ch. 0508

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #7248

Balance

−3.23

Exports

1.45 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+10.69% YoY

5.33% of Sub-Ch. 0508

Imports

4.68 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−25.71% YoY

13.99% of Sub-Ch. 0508

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #7314

Balance

−1.31

Exports

1.46 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+0.69% YoY

4.22% of Sub-Ch. 0508

Imports

2.77 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−40.81% YoY

13.75% of Sub-Ch. 0508

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #8529

Balance

−3.06

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−63.70% YoY

1.36% of Sub-Ch. 0508

Imports

3.59 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+29.60% YoY

10.55% of Sub-Ch. 0508

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #6997

Balance

−1.83

Exports

3.02 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+469.81% YoY

7.61% of Sub-Ch. 0508

Imports

4.85 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+35.10% YoY

10.97% of Sub-Ch. 0508

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #8230

Balance

−3.32

Exports

1.02 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−66.23% YoY

2.46% of Sub-Ch. 0508

Imports

4.34 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−10.52% YoY

8.67% of Sub-Ch. 0508

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9108

Balance

−7.88

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−65.69% YoY

1.02% of Sub-Ch. 0508

Imports

8.23 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+89.63% YoY

14.77% of Sub-Ch. 0508

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−19.75% /yr

Imports

4.55% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 0508 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹34.19 Cr

Import

₹55.74 Cr

Trade Balance

−21.55

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 05080050 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −19.75% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 05080050 have declined at a compound annual rate of −19.75% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹1.31 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 05080050 Ranked #9108 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 05080050 ranks #9108 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0508, it ranks #5 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #8899 of 12657.

FY 2022-23 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 05080050 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 05080050 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 469.81% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹7.88 Crore in HSN Code 05080050 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹8.23 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.35 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹7.88 Crore — ranking #8899 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 4.55% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms

India's imports under HSN Code 05080050 have grown at 4.55% CAGR, reaching ₹8.23 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 05080050 Contributes 1.02% of Sub-Chapter 0508 Exports — Ranked #5

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0508, HSN Code 05080050 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 1.02% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 14.77% share (rank #3).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 05080050 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 5080050 ?

It includes Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms

Any common misclassification issue with Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms?

Use the exact HSN and the correct form (fresh/chilled vs. frozen/dried; PPL vs. not). Apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

How much GST applies to Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms?

Under HSN 05080050, Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms?

For many agri/food items, GST applies at 5% when they are not fresh/chilled and are sold as pre‑packaged & labelled. Loose or fresh/chilled forms may be Nil.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms?

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

How should mixed supplies be billed when Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Shells of molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

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