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# HSN Code 05119190: Fish, crustaceans, molluscs, other aquatic invertebrates

- [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 0511: Inedible animal products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0511/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Products of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; dead animals of Chapter 3 : Other | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 5119190 ?

It includes Fish, crustaceans, molluscs, other aquatic invertebrates

### Any common misclassification issue with Fish, crustaceans, molluscs, other aquatic invertebrates?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Fish, crustaceans, molluscs, other aquatic invertebrates is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Fish, crustaceans, molluscs, other aquatic invertebrates?

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.

### How much GST applies to Fish, crustaceans, molluscs, other aquatic invertebrates?

Under HSN 05119190, Fish, crustaceans, molluscs, other aquatic invertebrates attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Fish, crustaceans, molluscs, other aquatic invertebrates?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 05119190 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹12 Cr (−22.29% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹24 Cr (+84.49% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹12 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9176 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 0511: 71.49% of its exports; import side 11.28%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 0511: #1 of 14 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 4.61% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5530 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +107.39% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0511: 71.49% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 05119190

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. 0511 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 0511 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 9.47 | 0.0004% | — | 73.07% | 53.33 | 0.0015% | — | 23.01% | −43.86 | #5041 |
| FY 2019-20 | 19.64 | 0.0009% | +107.39% | 90.55% | 25.74 | 0.0008% | −51.73% | 14.78% | −6.10 | #4138 |
| FY 2020-21 | 5.67 | 0.0003% | −71.13% | 84.88% | 52.81 | 0.0018% | +105.17% | 32.06% | −47.14 | #5790 |
| FY 2021-22 | 11.16 | 0.0004% | +96.83% | 77.18% | 50.22 | 0.0011% | −4.90% | 22.07% | −39.06 | #5338 |
| FY 2022-23 | 13.59 | 0.0004% | +21.77% | 69.94% | 165.74 | 0.0029% | +230.03% | 81.96% | −152.15 | #5216 |
| FY 2023-24 | 15.97 | 0.0004% | +17.51% | 83.22% | 13.09 | 0.0002% | −92.10% | 8.08% | +2.88 | #5086 |
| FY 2024-25 | 12.41 | 0.0003% | −22.29% | 71.49% | 24.15 | 0.0004% | +84.49% | 11.28% | −11.74 | #5530 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 4.61%/yr, imports -12.37%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 05119190 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 4.61% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 05119190 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.61% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹9.47 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹12.41 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 05119190 ranked #5530 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 05119190 ranks #5530 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0511, it ranks #1 of 14. By trade surplus, it ranks #9176 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 05119190 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 05119190 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 107.39% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹11.74 Crore in HSN Code 05119190 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹24.15 Cr exceeded exports of ₹12.41 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹11.74 Crore — ranking #9176 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -12.37% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Fish, crustaceans, molluscs, other aquatic invertebrates

India's imports under HSN Code 05119190 have grown at -12.37% CAGR, reaching ₹24.15 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 05119190 contributes 71.49% of Sub-Chapter 0511 exports — ranked #1

Among the 14 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0511, HSN Code 05119190 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 71.49% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 11.28% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 0511

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 05119190: Fish, crustaceans, molluscs, other aquatic invertebrates (this hsn code) | ₹12 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 05119929: Sinews And Tendons\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05119929/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 05119910: Other \| Other \| Silkworm Pupae](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05119910/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #4 | [HSN Code 05111000: Bovine Semen (Non-frozen)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05111000/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #5 | [HSN Code 05119130: Other Fish Waste](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05119130/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #6 | [HSN Code 05119140: Artemia Cyst](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05119140/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #7 | [HSN Code 05119999: Other \| Other \| Other \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05119999/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 05119110: Fish Nails](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05119110/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 05119120: Fish Tails](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05119120/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 05119911: Other Silkworm Pupae](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-05119911/) | Nil |