HSN Code 12122910: Seaweeds

HSN Code 12122910 represents Seaweeds under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Seaweeds correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 12122910, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Seaweeds.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 12122910

HSN Code 12122910 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other : Seaweeds

Chapter

12 - Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder

Sub Chapter

1212 - Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 12122910 not include?

Seaweeds does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 12121010

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included locust beans, including locust bean seeds : of seed quality

HSN Code 12121090

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included locust beans, including locust bean seeds : other

HSN Code 12122010

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included seaweeds and other algae : seaweeds

HSN Code 12122090

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included seaweeds and other algae : other algae

HSN Code 12123010

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : apricot kernels

HSN Code 12123090

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet and sugarcane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones and kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots of the variety ci-chorium intybus sativum) of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included apricot, peach (including nectarine) or plum stones and kernels : other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 12122910 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

Nil

First year of recorded data

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹8 Cr

−0.64% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹8 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #8895 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 1212

FY 2024-25

0.00%

Share of Sub-Chapter 1212’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 11.81% of Sub-Chapter 1212’s imports

At a glance

+3,100.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

0.00%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1212

Share of Sub-Chapter 1212 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 12122910

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19

Balance

−0.24

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.79% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2019-20

Balance

−0.16

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−33.33% YoY

0.57% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #9824

Balance

−0.87

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.04% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+456.25% YoY

3.07% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #8394

Balance

−1.27

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+3,100.00% YoY

0.89% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

1.91 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+114.61% YoY

5.77% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8817

Balance

−5.93

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−34.38% YoY

0.53% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

6.35 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+232.46% YoY

15.00% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2023-24

Balance

−7.82

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

7.82 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+23.15% YoY

20.21% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2024-25

Balance

−7.77

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

7.77 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−0.64% YoY

11.81% of Sub-Ch. 1212

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

—

Imports

78.53% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 1212 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹57.66 Cr

Import

₹65.81 Cr

Trade Balance

−8.15

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 12122910 Export-Import Analysis

Export Snapshot for HSN Code 12122910

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Seaweeds in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 12122910 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 12122910 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 3,100.00% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹7.77 Crore in HSN Code 12122910 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹7.77 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹7.77 Crore — ranking #8895 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 78.53% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Seaweeds

India's imports under HSN Code 12122910 have grown at 78.53% CAGR, reaching ₹7.77 Crore in FY 2024-25.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 12122910 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 12122910 ?

It includes Seaweeds

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Seaweeds?

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.

Any common misclassification issue with Seaweeds?

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 Seaweeds is sold with other items?

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

How much GST applies to Seaweeds?

Under HSN 12122910, Seaweeds attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Seaweeds?

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.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Seaweeds?

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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.