HSN Code 08081000: Apples

HSN Code 08081000 represents Apples under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Apples correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 08081000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Apples.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 08081000

HSN Code 08081000 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Apples

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

0808 - Apples, pears and quinces, fresh

CGST

0%

SGST

0%

IGST

0%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 08081000 not include?

Apples does not include products with the following descriptions.

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 08081000 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

₹116 Cr

+50.17% vs FY 2023-24

0.0031% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹3,810 Cr

+15.22% vs FY 2023-24

0.0627% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹3,694 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #12524 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 0808

FY 2024-25

96.31%

Share of Sub-Chapter 0808’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 94.48% of Sub-Chapter 0808’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 0808

FY 2024-25

#1 of 3

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 0808

Import-side rank: #1 of 3

At a glance

6.83%

Export CAGR

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

#2473

National Export Rank

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

+50.17%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

96.31%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0808

Share of Sub-Chapter 0808 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 08081000

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 #2296

Balance

−2,007.17

Exports

77.96 ₹ Cr

0.0034% share

YoY

99.77% of Sub-Ch. 0808

Imports

2,085.13 ₹ Cr

0.0582% share

YoY

92.62% of Sub-Ch. 0808

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #2303

Balance

−1,716.24

Exports

77.73 ₹ Cr

0.0035% share

−0.30% YoY

99.90% of Sub-Ch. 0808

Imports

1,793.97 ₹ Cr

0.0536% share

−13.96% YoY

91.79% of Sub-Ch. 0808

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1997

Balance

−1,670.44

Exports

106.65 ₹ Cr

0.0050% share

+37.21% YoY

99.56% of Sub-Ch. 0808

Imports

1,777.09 ₹ Cr

0.0610% share

−0.94% YoY

92.47% of Sub-Ch. 0808

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #2221

Balance

−2,750.62

Exports

115.58 ₹ Cr

0.0037% share

+8.37% YoY

98.74% of Sub-Ch. 0808

Imports

2,866.20 ₹ Cr

0.0627% share

+61.29% YoY

93.53% of Sub-Ch. 0808

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1909

Balance

−2,181.01

Exports

167.67 ₹ Cr

0.0046% share

+45.07% YoY

98.37% of Sub-Ch. 0808

Imports

2,348.68 ₹ Cr

0.0409% share

−18.06% YoY

89.93% of Sub-Ch. 0808

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #2924

Balance

−3,229.54

Exports

77.17 ₹ Cr

0.0021% share

−53.98% YoY

95.51% of Sub-Ch. 0808

Imports

3,306.71 ₹ Cr

0.0589% share

+40.79% YoY

93.34% of Sub-Ch. 0808

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #2473

Balance

−3,694.09

Exports

115.89 ₹ Cr

0.0031% share

+50.17% YoY

96.31% of Sub-Ch. 0808

Imports

3,809.98 ₹ Cr

0.0627% share

+15.22% YoY

94.48% of Sub-Ch. 0808

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

6.83% /yr

Imports

10.57% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 0808 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹120.33 Cr

Import

₹4,032.70 Cr

Trade Balance

−3,912.37

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 08081000 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 6.83% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 08081000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.83% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹77.96 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹115.89 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 08081000 Ranked #2473 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 08081000 ranks #2473 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0808, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #12524 of 12657.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 08081000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 08081000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 50.17% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹3,694.09 Crore in HSN Code 08081000 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹3,809.98 Cr exceeded exports of ₹115.89 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹3,694.09 Crore — ranking #12524 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 10.57% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Apples

India's imports under HSN Code 08081000 have grown at 10.57% CAGR, reaching ₹3,809.98 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 08081000 Contributes 96.31% of Sub-Chapter 0808 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0808, HSN Code 08081000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 96.31% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 94.48% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 08081000 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 8081000 ?

It includes Apples

Any common misclassification issue with Apples?

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.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Apples?

Generate an e‑way bill if the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000 (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Apples?

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 Apples is sold with other items?

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

How much GST applies to Apples?

Under HSN 08081000, Apples attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

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.