HSN Code 08028010: Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh)

HSN Code 08028010 represents Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 08028010, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh).

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 08028010

HSN Code 08028010 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Areca nuts : Whole (fresh)

Chapter

08 - Edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons

Sub Chapter

0802 - Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled

CGST

0%

SGST

0%

IGST

0%

CESS

0%

Description of Goods

Areca nuts : Whole

Chapter

08 - Edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons

Sub Chapter

0802 - Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 08028010 not include?

Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh) does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 08028090

Makhana, dried whether or not shelled or peeled [Pre-packaged and labelled ]

HSN Code 08028090

Makhana, dried whether or not shelled or peeled [ other than Pre-packaged and labelled ]

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 08028010 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

₹23 Cr

−62.19% vs FY 2023-24

0.0006% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹159 Cr

+70.88% vs FY 2023-24

0.0026% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹137 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #11036 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 0802

FY 2024-25

11.06%

Share of Sub-Chapter 0802’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 1.11% of Sub-Chapter 0802’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 0802

FY 2024-25

#3 of 21

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 0802

Import-side rank: #9 of 21

At a glance

−7.95%

Export CAGR

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

#4702

National Export Rank

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

+73.87%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

11.06%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0802

Share of Sub-Chapter 0802 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 08028010

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 #3294

Balance

+16.93

Exports

37.05 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

— YoY

16.91% of Sub-Ch. 0802

Imports

20.12 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

— YoY

0.27% of Sub-Ch. 0802

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #3588

Balance

+5.74

Exports

30.09 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

−18.79% YoY

17.89% of Sub-Ch. 0802

Imports

24.35 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

+21.02% YoY

0.29% of Sub-Ch. 0802

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #3461

Balance

−29.78

Exports

34.43 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

+14.42% YoY

21.68% of Sub-Ch. 0802

Imports

64.21 ₹ Cr

0.0022% share

+163.70% YoY

0.68% of Sub-Ch. 0802

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #3304

Balance

−49.42

Exports

52.52 ₹ Cr

0.0017% share

+52.54% YoY

17.97% of Sub-Ch. 0802

Imports

101.94 ₹ Cr

0.0022% share

+58.76% YoY

1.03% of Sub-Ch. 0802

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #3971

Balance

−280.76

Exports

34.29 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

−34.71% YoY

6.38% of Sub-Ch. 0802

Imports

315.05 ₹ Cr

0.0055% share

+209.05% YoY

2.57% of Sub-Ch. 0802

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #3290

Balance

−33.63

Exports

59.62 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

+73.87% YoY

13.09% of Sub-Ch. 0802

Imports

93.25 ₹ Cr

0.0017% share

−70.40% YoY

0.75% of Sub-Ch. 0802

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #4702

Balance

−136.81

Exports

22.54 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

−62.19% YoY

11.06% of Sub-Ch. 0802

Imports

159.35 ₹ Cr

0.0026% share

+70.88% YoY

1.11% of Sub-Ch. 0802

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−7.95% /yr

Imports

41.18% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 0802 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹203.75 Cr

Import

₹14,293.62 Cr

Trade Balance

−14,089.87

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 08028010 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −7.95% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 08028010 have declined at a compound annual rate of −7.95% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹37.05 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹22.54 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 08028010 Ranked #4702 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 08028010 ranks #4702 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0802, it ranks #3 of 21. By trade surplus, it ranks #11036 of 12657.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 08028010 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 08028010 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 73.87% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹136.81 Crore in HSN Code 08028010 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹159.35 Cr exceeded exports of ₹22.54 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹136.81 Crore — ranking #11036 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 41.18% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh)

India's imports under HSN Code 08028010 have grown at 41.18% CAGR, reaching ₹159.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 08028010 Contributes 11.06% of Sub-Chapter 0802 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 21 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0802, HSN Code 08028010 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 11.06% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.11% share (rank #9).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 08028010 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 8028010 ?

It includes Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh)

Do I need an e‑way bill while moving Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh)?

An e‑way bill may be required if the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000, subject to notified exemptions for agri/animal products.

Is ITC available on expenses for supplying Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh)?

No. ITC attributable to exempt/Nil supplies is not available. If you also make taxable supplies, apportion and reverse credit under Rule 42.

Any quick example to understand GST on Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh)?

Example: Fresh/chilled produce in open packs is Nil. If it is not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled, 5% may apply.

Any watch‑outs when classifying Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh)?

Use the exact HSN and form. Don’t charge GST on exempt fresh/chilled items; apply 5% only where pre‑packaged & labelled and not fresh/chilled.

Does e‑invoicing apply when I sell Areca Nuts (Whole, Fresh)?

e‑Invoicing depends on turnover, not the item’s rate. If AATO exceeds the notified threshold (presently ₹5 crore), B2B invoices must be reported to the IRP unless you are a notified exempt person.

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.