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# HSN Code 12099140: Other | Vegetable Seeds

- [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 1209: Seeds & fruit for sowing](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1209/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Vegetable seeds : Of pea | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 12099140 ?

It includes Other | Vegetable Seeds

### How much GST applies to Other / Vegetable Seeds?

Under HSN 12099140, Other / Vegetable Seeds attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other / Vegetable Seeds?

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 Other / Vegetable Seeds is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other / Vegetable Seeds?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other / Vegetable Seeds?

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 Other / Vegetable Seeds?

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 12099140 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹8 Cr (+146.79% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹19 Cr (+46.88% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹11 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9139 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 1209: 0.60% of its exports; import side 1.25%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 1209: #12 of 20 by export value; import-side #10

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 24.09% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6044 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +257.83% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1209: 0.60% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 12099140

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. 1209 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 1209 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 2.21 | 0.0001% | — | 0.26% | 11.26 | 0.0003% | — | 1.35% | −9.05 | #6835 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.57 | 0.0001% | +16.29% | 0.33% | 7.24 | 0.0002% | −35.70% | 0.81% | −4.67 | #6657 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.60 | 0.0001% | −37.74% | 0.17% | 19.98 | 0.0007% | +175.97% | 1.88% | −18.38 | #7225 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −48.13% | 0.10% | 18.25 | 0.0004% | −8.66% | 1.75% | −17.42 | #8146 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2.97 | 0.0001% | +257.83% | 0.31% | 16.34 | 0.0003% | −10.47% | 1.36% | −13.37 | #7015 |
| FY 2023-24 | 3.27 | 0.0001% | +10.10% | 0.30% | 13.14 | 0.0002% | −19.58% | 0.94% | −9.87 | #7042 |
| FY 2024-25 | 8.07 | 0.0002% | +146.79% | 0.60% | 19.30 | 0.0003% | +46.88% | 1.25% | −11.23 | #6044 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 24.09%/yr, imports 9.40%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 12099140 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 24.09% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 12099140 have grown at a compound annual rate of 24.09% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.21 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹8.07 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 12099140 ranked #6044 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 12099140 ranks #6044 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1209, it ranks #12 of 20. By trade surplus, it ranks #9139 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 12099140 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 12099140 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 257.83% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹11.23 Crore in HSN Code 12099140 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹19.30 Cr exceeded exports of ₹8.07 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹11.23 Crore — ranking #9139 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.40% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other | Vegetable Seeds

India's imports under HSN Code 12099140 have grown at 9.40% CAGR, reaching ₹19.30 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 12099140 contributes 0.60% of Sub-Chapter 1209 exports — ranked #12

Among the 20 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1209, HSN Code 12099140 ranks #12 by export value — accounting for 0.60% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.25% share (rank #10).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 1209

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 12099190: Other \| Vegetable Seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12099190/) | ₹597 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 12099160: Other \| Vegetable Seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12099160/) | ₹275 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 12099990: Seeds, Fruits and Spores Used for Sowing \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12099990/) | ₹144 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 12099170: Vegetable seeds: Chilly](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12099170/) | ₹124 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 12099910: Fruit seeds for planting](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12099910/) | ₹72 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 12093000: Flower seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12093000/) | ₹37 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 12099130: Other \| Vegetable Seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12099130/) | ₹29 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 12092100: Seeds of forage plants : Lucerne (alfalfa) seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12092100/) | ₹25 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 12099150: Other \| Vegetable Seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12099150/) | ₹11 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 12099120: Other \| Rifampicin And Its Salts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12099120/) | ₹10 Cr |
| #12 | HSN Code 12099140: Other \| Vegetable Seeds (this hsn code) | ₹8 Cr |