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# HSN Code 12074010: Sesamum Seeds| Of Seed Quality

- [Section 02: Guide to HSN Section 02](https://busy.in/hsn/section-02/)
- [Chapter 12: Oil Seeds, Grains, Medicinal Plants and Straw](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-12/)
- [Sub-chapter 1207: Oil seeds and fruits](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1207/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Sesamum seeds: Of seed quality | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 12074010 ?

It includes Sesamum Seeds| Of Seed Quality

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Sesamum Seeds/ Of Seed Quality?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Sesamum Seeds/ Of Seed Quality?

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 Sesamum Seeds/ Of Seed Quality is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Sesamum Seeds/ Of Seed Quality; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Sesamum Seeds/ Of Seed Quality?

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 much GST applies to Sesamum Seeds/ Of Seed Quality?

Under HSN 12074010, Sesamum Seeds/ Of Seed Quality attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Sesamum Seeds/ Of Seed Quality?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 12074010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹131 Cr (+323.05% YoY) — 0.0036% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹7 Cr (−23.36% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹124 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1456 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 1207: 2.77% of its exports; import side 0.19%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 1207: #4 of 22 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -4.22% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2326 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +323.05% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1207: 2.77% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 12074010

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. 1207 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 1207 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 170.24 | 0.0075% | — | 4.19% | 1.67 | 0.0000% | — | 0.09% | +168.57 | #1470 |
| FY 2019-20 | 147.70 | 0.0067% | −13.24% | 3.62% | 8.54 | 0.0003% | +411.38% | 0.35% | +139.16 | #1593 |
| FY 2020-21 | 42.05 | 0.0020% | −71.53% | 1.12% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +42.05 | #3179 |
| FY 2021-22 | 53.23 | 0.0017% | +26.59% | 1.51% | 2.03 | 0.0000% | — | 0.35% | +51.20 | #3279 |
| FY 2022-23 | 33.53 | 0.0009% | −37.01% | 0.82% | 1.32 | 0.0000% | −34.98% | 0.06% | +32.21 | #3998 |
| FY 2023-24 | 31.06 | 0.0009% | −7.37% | 0.63% | 9.59 | 0.0002% | +626.52% | 0.32% | +21.47 | #4193 |
| FY 2024-25 | 131.40 | 0.0036% | +323.05% | 2.77% | 7.35 | 0.0001% | −23.36% | 0.19% | +124.05 | #2326 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -4.22%/yr, imports 28.02%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 12074010 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -4.22% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 12074010 have declined at a compound annual rate of -4.22% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹170.24 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹131.40 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 12074010 ranked #2326 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 12074010 ranks #2326 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1207, it ranks #4 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #1456 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 12074010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 12074010 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 323.05% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹124.05 Crore in HSN Code 12074010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹131.40 Cr exceeded imports of ₹7.35 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹124.05 Crore — ranking #1456 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 28.02% CAGR signals rising demand for Sesamum Seeds| Of Seed Quality

India's imports under HSN Code 12074010 have grown at 28.02% CAGR, reaching ₹7.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 12074010 contributes 2.77% of Sub-Chapter 1207 exports — ranked #4

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1207, HSN Code 12074010 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 2.77% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.19% share (rank #8).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 1207

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 12074090: Sesamum Seeds\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12074090/) | ₹4,023 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 12079990: Other (non-seed)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12079990/) | ₹178 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 12075090: Other Mustard Seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12075090/) | ₹166 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 12074010: Sesamum Seeds\| Of Seed Quality (this hsn code) | ₹131 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 12077010: Melon Seeds \| Of Seed Quality](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12077010/) | ₹70 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 12079930: Niger seed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12079930/) | ₹61 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 12077090: Melon Seeds \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12077090/) | ₹34 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 12073010: Castor seeds (Seed quality)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12073010/) | ₹20 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 12073090: Castor seeds (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12073090/) | ₹20 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 12076090: Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12076090/) | ₹12 Cr |