--- title: "HSN Code for Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) | HSN 12119056 GST Rate" description: "Find HSN and GST Rates for 12119056 related to Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) with BUSY Accounting - The reliable source for HSN and GST details in India." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12119056/" --- # HSN Code 12119056: Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) - [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 1211: Plants used in perfumery or pharmacy](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1211/) ## GST rates | Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Basil, hyssop, rosemary, sage and savory | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 12119056 ? It includes Wattle Bark (Mimosa Bark): Dyeing/Tanning ### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)? For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading. ### How much GST applies to Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)? Under HSN 12119056, Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice. ### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)? e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies. ### Any common misclassification issue with Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)? Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection. ### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)? If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42. ### How should mixed supplies be billed when Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) is sold with other items? Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Ashwagandha (withania somnifera); Nil for exempt items if applicable). ## India's trade performance: HSN Code 12119056 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹55 Cr (+31.29% YoY) — 0.0015% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹52 Cr (+156.66% YoY) — 0.0009% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹4 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #3924 of 12657 HSN codes - Share of Sub-Chapter 1211: 1.23% of its exports; import side 4.07% - Rank within Sub-Chapter 1211: #8 of 56 by export value; import-side #5 ### Key metrics - National export rank: #3481 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +31.29% in FY 2024-25 - Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1211: 1.23% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 12119056 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. 1211 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 1211 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — | | FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — | | FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — | | FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — | | FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — | | FY 2023-24 | 42.25 | 0.0012% | — | 1.05% | 20.21 | 0.0004% | — | 2.20% | +22.04 | #3761 | | FY 2024-25 | 55.47 | 0.0015% | +31.29% | 1.23% | 51.87 | 0.0009% | +156.66% | 4.07% | +3.60 | #3481 | ## Key trade insights: HSN Code 12119056 export-import analysis ### Export snapshot for HSN Code 12119056 India exported ₹55.47 Crore worth of Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code. ### HSN Code 12119056 ranked #3481 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 12119056 ranks #3481 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1211, it ranks #8 of 56. By trade surplus, it ranks #3924 of 12657. ### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 12119056 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 12119056 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 31.29% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹3.60 Crore in HSN Code 12119056 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹55.47 Cr exceeded imports of ₹51.87 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹3.60 Crore — ranking #3924 of 12657 by surplus magnitude. ### HSN Code 12119056 contributes 1.23% of Sub-Chapter 1211 exports — ranked #8 Among the 56 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1211, HSN Code 12119056 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 1.23% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 4.07% share (rank #5). ## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 1211 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Code 12119032: Psyllium husk (isobgul husk)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12119032/) | ₹3,540 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Code 12119090: Locust Beans, Including Locust Bean Seeds: Seed Quality](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12119090/) | ₹219 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Code 12119029: Other : Leaves, powder, flowers and pods : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12119029/) | ₹178 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Code 12119022: Senna leaves and pods](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12119022/) | ₹109 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Code 12119019: Other \| Seeds \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12119019/) | ₹96 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Code 12119045: Other : Roots and rhizomes : Zedovary roots](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12119045/) | ₹77 Cr | | #7 | [HSN Code 12119049: Other \| Roots And Rhizomes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12119049/) | ₹58 Cr | | #8 | HSN Code 12119056: Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) (this hsn code) | ₹55 Cr | | #9 | [HSN Code 12119013: Other \| Seeds \| Psyllium seed (isobgul)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12119013/) | ₹54 Cr | | #10 | [HSN Code 12119054: Chirata](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12119054/) | ₹36 Cr |