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# HSN Code 10085000: Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) (excluding pre-packaged and labelled)

- [Section 02: Guide to HSN Section 02](https://busy.in/hsn/section-02/)
- [Chapter 10: Cereals](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-10/)
- [Sub-chapter 1008: Buckwheat, millet, canary seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1008/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa). (other than pre-packaged and labelled) | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa). | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 10085000 ?

It includes Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) (excluding pre-packaged and labelled)

### Any common misclassification issue with Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) (excluding pre-packaged and labelled)?

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 Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) (excluding pre-packaged and labelled)?

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.

### How much GST applies to Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) (excluding pre-packaged and labelled)?

Under HSN 10085000, Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) (excluding pre-packaged and labelled) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) (excluding pre-packaged and labelled)?

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 Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) (excluding pre-packaged and labelled)?

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 10085000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹51 Cr (+122.24% YoY) — 0.0014% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹4 Cr (+39.42% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹47 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2214 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 1008: 10.80% of its exports; import side 32.22%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 1008: #5 of 35 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 65.01% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3595 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +211.81% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1008: 10.80% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 10085000

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. 1008 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 1008 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 2.54 | 0.0001% | — | 0.88% | 1.26 | 0.0000% | — | 33.25% | +1.28 | #6677 |
| FY 2019-20 | 7.92 | 0.0004% | +211.81% | 2.57% | 1.85 | 0.0001% | +46.83% | 50.96% | +6.07 | #5304 |
| FY 2020-21 | 7.37 | 0.0003% | −6.94% | 2.32% | 1.38 | 0.0000% | −25.41% | 54.76% | +5.99 | #5457 |
| FY 2021-22 | 10.22 | 0.0003% | +38.67% | 3.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −73.91% | 18.46% | +9.86 | #5452 |
| FY 2022-23 | 13.95 | 0.0004% | +36.50% | 3.03% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +113.89% | 39.90% | +13.18 | #5176 |
| FY 2023-24 | 23.07 | 0.0006% | +65.38% | 4.95% | 3.12 | 0.0001% | +305.19% | 66.95% | +19.95 | #4563 |
| FY 2024-25 | 51.27 | 0.0014% | +122.24% | 10.80% | 4.35 | 0.0001% | +39.42% | 32.22% | +46.92 | #3595 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 65.01%/yr, imports 22.94%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 10085000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 65.01% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 10085000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 65.01% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.54 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹51.27 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 10085000 ranked #3595 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 10085000 ranks #3595 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1008, it ranks #5 of 35. By trade surplus, it ranks #2214 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 10085000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 10085000 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 211.81% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹46.92 Crore in HSN Code 10085000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹51.27 Cr exceeded imports of ₹4.35 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹46.92 Crore — ranking #2214 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 22.94% CAGR signals rising demand for Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) (excluding pre-packaged and labelled)

India's imports under HSN Code 10085000 have grown at 22.94% CAGR, reaching ₹4.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 10085000 contributes 10.80% of Sub-Chapter 1008 exports — ranked #5

Among the 35 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1008, HSN Code 10085000 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 10.80% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 32.22% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 1008

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 10082920: Bajra: non-packaged, non-labeled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-10082920/) | ₹165 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 10089090: Other cereals: Pre-packaged, labeled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-10089090/) | ₹59 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 10082991: Amaranth other (millet)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-10082991/) | ₹58 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 10082930: Ragi millet (non-labelled)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-10082930/) | ₹51 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Code 10085000: Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) (excluding pre-packaged and labelled) (this hsn code) | ₹51 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 10082120: Bajra millet seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-10082120/) | ₹27 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 10082960: Kodo (paspalum scrobiculatum (l.))](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-10082960/) | ₹16 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 10082130: Millet seed: Ragi](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-10082130/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 10082110: Jawar millet seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-10082110/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 10082910: Jawar: non-packaged, non-labeled](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-10082910/) | ₹6 Cr |