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# HSN Code 09071020: Uncrushed, unground spices

- [Section 02: Guide to HSN Section 02](https://busy.in/hsn/section-02/)
- [Chapter 09: Coffee, Tea, Mate and Spices](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-09/)
- [Sub-chapter 0907: Cloves](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0907/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Neither crushed nor ground : Not Extracted (other than stem) | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 9071020 ?

It includes Uncrushed, unground spices

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Uncrushed, unground spices?

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 Uncrushed, unground spices?

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 Uncrushed, unground spices is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Uncrushed, unground spices?

Under HSN 09071020, Uncrushed, unground spices attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Uncrushed, unground spices?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 09071020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹7 Cr (+10.75% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹437 Cr (+101.12% YoY) — 0.0072% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹430 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11800 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 0907: 6.39% of its exports; import side 22.36%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 0907: #4 of 5 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -1.31% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6262 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +95.90% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 0907: 6.39% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 09071020

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. 0907 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 0907 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 7.36 | 0.0003% | — | 16.33% | 284.03 | 0.0079% | — | 33.06% | −276.67 | #5383 |
| FY 2019-20 | 5.23 | 0.0002% | −28.94% | 10.62% | 295.52 | 0.0088% | +4.05% | 26.17% | −290.29 | #5798 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2.93 | 0.0001% | −43.98% | 5.95% | 295.34 | 0.0101% | −0.06% | 29.88% | −292.41 | #6589 |
| FY 2021-22 | 5.74 | 0.0002% | +95.90% | 8.91% | 269.26 | 0.0059% | −8.83% | 25.62% | −263.52 | #6189 |
| FY 2022-23 | 9.36 | 0.0003% | +63.07% | 6.72% | 146.08 | 0.0025% | −45.75% | 17.43% | −136.72 | #5717 |
| FY 2023-24 | 6.14 | 0.0002% | −34.40% | 6.15% | 217.07 | 0.0039% | +48.60% | 16.06% | −210.93 | #6328 |
| FY 2024-25 | 6.80 | 0.0002% | +10.75% | 6.39% | 436.57 | 0.0072% | +101.12% | 22.36% | −429.77 | #6262 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -1.31%/yr, imports 7.43%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 09071020 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -1.31% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 09071020 have declined at a compound annual rate of -1.31% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹7.36 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹6.80 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 09071020 ranked #6262 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 09071020 ranks #6262 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 0907, it ranks #4 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #11800 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 09071020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 09071020 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 95.90% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹429.77 Crore in HSN Code 09071020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹436.57 Cr exceeded exports of ₹6.80 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹429.77 Crore — ranking #11800 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 7.43% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Uncrushed, unground spices

India's imports under HSN Code 09071020 have grown at 7.43% CAGR, reaching ₹436.57 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 09071020 contributes 6.39% of Sub-Chapter 0907 exports — ranked #4

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 0907, HSN Code 09071020 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 6.39% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 22.36% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 0907

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 09071090: Neither Crushed Nor Ground \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09071090/) | ₹56 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 09071010: Neither Crushed Nor Ground \| Extracted](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09071010/) | ₹20 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 09072000: Crushed or Ground Cloves](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09072000/) | ₹19 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 09071020: Uncrushed, unground spices (this hsn code) | ₹7 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 09071030: Neither Crushed Nor Ground \| Stem](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09071030/) | ₹5 Cr |