--- title: "HSN Code for Natural Gums | Asafoetida | HSN 13019013 GST Rate" description: "Find HSN and GST Rates for 13019013 related to Natural Gums | Asafoetida with BUSY Accounting - The reliable source for HSN and GST details in India." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-13019013/" --- # HSN Code 13019013: Natural Gums | Asafoetida - [Section 02: Guide to HSN Section 02](https://busy.in/hsn/section-02/) - [Chapter 13: Lac, Gums, Resins and Other Vegetable Extracts](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-13/) - [Sub-chapter 1301: Flat-rolled alloy steel](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1301/) ## GST rates | Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Other : Natural Gums : Asafoetida | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 13019013 ? It includes Natural Gums | Asafoetida ### Any common misclassification issue with Natural Gums / Asafoetida? 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 Natural Gums / Asafoetida? 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. ### How much GST applies to Natural Gums / Asafoetida? Under HSN 13019013, Natural Gums / Asafoetida 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 Natural Gums / Asafoetida? 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 Natural Gums / Asafoetida? 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 13019013 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹107 Cr (+17.50% YoY) — 0.0029% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹1,279 Cr (+3.13% YoY) — 0.0211% of India's total imports - Trade balance: −₹1,173 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12261 of 12657 HSN codes - Share of Sub-Chapter 1301: 12.88% of its exports; import side 55.88% - Rank within Sub-Chapter 1301: #2 of 35 by export value; import-side #1 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 8.47% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #2576 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +51.02% in FY 2020-21 - Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1301: 12.88% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 13019013 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. 1301 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 1301 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 65.58 | 0.0029% | — | 13.84% | 780.44 | 0.0218% | — | 64.52% | −714.86 | #2512 | | FY 2019-20 | 61.19 | 0.0028% | −6.69% | 9.05% | 942.44 | 0.0282% | +20.76% | 70.16% | −881.25 | #2615 | | FY 2020-21 | 92.41 | 0.0043% | +51.02% | 11.16% | 789.42 | 0.0271% | −16.24% | 63.64% | −697.01 | #2161 | | FY 2021-22 | 71.65 | 0.0023% | −22.47% | 7.22% | 772.48 | 0.0169% | −2.15% | 54.57% | −700.83 | #2854 | | FY 2022-23 | 79.24 | 0.0022% | +10.59% | 7.83% | 1,503.62 | 0.0262% | +94.65% | 63.54% | −1,424.38 | #2858 | | FY 2023-24 | 90.93 | 0.0025% | +14.75% | 12.62% | 1,240.61 | 0.0221% | −17.49% | 62.13% | −1,149.68 | #2707 | | FY 2024-25 | 106.84 | 0.0029% | +17.50% | 12.88% | 1,279.38 | 0.0211% | +3.13% | 55.88% | −1,172.54 | #2576 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 8.47%/yr, imports 8.59%/yr (consistently Deficit) ## Key trade insights: HSN Code 13019013 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 8.47% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Code 13019013 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.47% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹65.58 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹106.84 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Code 13019013 ranked #2576 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 13019013 ranks #2576 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1301, it ranks #2 of 35. By trade surplus, it ranks #12261 of 12657. ### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 13019013 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 13019013 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 51.02% over the prior year. ### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,172.54 Crore in HSN Code 13019013 goods In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,279.38 Cr exceeded exports of ₹106.84 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,172.54 Crore — ranking #12261 of 12657 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 8.59% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Natural Gums | Asafoetida India's imports under HSN Code 13019013 have grown at 8.59% CAGR, reaching ₹1,279.38 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Code 13019013 contributes 12.88% of Sub-Chapter 1301 exports — ranked #2 Among the 35 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1301, HSN Code 13019013 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 12.88% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 55.88% share (rank #1). ## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 1301 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Code 13019099: Other (excluding lac and shellac)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-13019099/) | ₹562 Cr | | #2 | HSN Code 13019013: Natural Gums \| Asafoetida (this hsn code) | ₹107 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Code 13012000: Gum Arabic](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-13012000/) | ₹79 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Code 13019011: Other \| Natural Gums](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-13019011/) | ₹23 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Code 13019016: Natural gums: Karaya gum (Indian tragacanth)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-13019016/) | ₹17 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Code 13019045: Other \| Oleoresins \| Of Flowers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-13019045/) | ₹16 Cr | | #7 | [HSN Code 13019019: Other \| Natural Gums](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-13019019/) | ₹7 Cr | | #8 | [HSN Code 13019032: Other : Gum Resins : Oilbanum or frankincense](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-13019032/) | ₹7 Cr | | #9 | [HSN Code 13019042: Other \| Oleoresins \| Of Fruits](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-13019042/) | ₹3 Cr | | #10 | [HSN Code 13019049: Other \| Oleoresins \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-13019049/) | ₹2 Cr |