HSN Code 12122990: Seaweeds and other algae

HSN Code 12122990 represents Seaweeds and other algae under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Seaweeds and other algae correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 12122990, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Seaweeds and other algae.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 12122990

HSN Code 12122990 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other [ fresh or chilled ]

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

0%

SGST

0%

IGST

0%

CESS

0%

Description of Goods

Seaweeds and Other Algae : Other : Other algae

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 12122990 not include?

Seaweeds and other algae 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 12122990 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

< ₹1 Crore

+79.49% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹13 Cr

+1,089.09% vs FY 2023-24

0.0002% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹12 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #9211 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 1212

FY 2024-25

1.21%

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

Import side: 19.88% of Sub-Chapter 1212’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 1212

FY 2024-25

#5 of 17

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 1212

Import-side rank: #3 of 17

At a glance

−45.89%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#8548

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+116.91%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move

1.21%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1212

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

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 12122990

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 Exp. Rank #3661

Balance

+27.60

Exports

27.90 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

— YoY

51.69% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.98% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #7307

Balance

−0.19

Exports

1.36 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−95.13% YoY

2.54% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

1.55 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+416.67% YoY

5.51% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #6580

Balance

+2.42

Exports

2.95 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+116.91% YoY

5.66% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−65.81% YoY

1.83% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #6998

Balance

+2.51

Exports

2.72 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−7.80% YoY

3.77% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−60.38% YoY

0.63% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8426

Balance

+0.10

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−75.00% YoY

0.86% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+176.19% YoY

1.37% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #8999

Balance

−0.71

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−42.65% YoY

0.67% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

1.10 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+89.66% YoY

2.84% of Sub-Ch. 1212

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #8548

Balance

−12.38

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+79.49% YoY

1.21% of Sub-Ch. 1212

Imports

13.08 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+1,089.09% YoY

19.88% of Sub-Ch. 1212

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−45.89% /yr

Imports

87.61% /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 12122990 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −45.89% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 12122990 have declined at a compound annual rate of −45.89% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹27.90 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.70 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 12122990 Ranked #8548 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 12122990 ranks #8548 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1212, it ranks #5 of 17. By trade surplus, it ranks #9211 of 12657.

FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 12122990 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 12122990 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 116.91% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹12.38 Crore in HSN Code 12122990 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹13.08 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.70 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹12.38 Crore — ranking #9211 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 87.61% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Seaweeds and other algae

India's imports under HSN Code 12122990 have grown at 87.61% CAGR, reaching ₹13.08 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 12122990 Contributes 1.21% of Sub-Chapter 1212 Exports — Ranked #5

Among the 17 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1212, HSN Code 12122990 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 1.21% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 19.88% share (rank #3).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 12122990 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 12122990 ?

It includes Seaweeds and other algae

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Seaweeds and other algae?

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 Seaweeds and other algae?

Under HSN 12122990, Seaweeds and other algae 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 Seaweeds and other algae?

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 and other algae?

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.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Seaweeds and other algae?

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.