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# HSN Code 15180019: Edible grade

- [Section 03: Guide to HSN Section 03](https://busy.in/hsn/section-03/)
- [Chapter 15: Animal or Vegetable Fats, Oils and Their Cleavage Products](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-15/)
- [Sub-chapter 1518: Animal & vegetable fats & oils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1518/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 15180019 ?

It includes Soya Milk Drinks: Non-Alcoholic Beverages

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Edible grade?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Edible grade?

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 Edible grade?

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 Edible grade is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Edible grade?

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.

### How much GST applies to Edible grade?

Under HSN 15180019, Edible grade attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 15180019 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹38 Cr (+323.63% YoY) — 0.0010% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (0.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹38 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2358 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 1518: 10.02% of its exports; import side 0.88%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 1518: #2 of 7 by export value; import-side #5

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 76.06% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3991 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +393.37% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1518: 10.02% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 15180019

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. 1518 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 1518 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.27 | 0.0001% | — | 0.53% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.16% | +1.11 | #7399 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −31.50% | 0.92% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −37.50% | 0.04% | +0.77 | #7732 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2.24 | 0.0001% | +157.47% | 2.98% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −20.00% | 0.30% | +2.16 | #6856 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.32 | 0.0000% | −41.07% | 0.83% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +125.00% | 0.36% | +1.14 | #7738 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.81 | 0.0000% | +37.12% | 0.75% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +183.33% | 2.05% | +1.30 | #7539 |
| FY 2023-24 | 8.93 | 0.0002% | +393.37% | 2.23% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −68.63% | 2.11% | +8.77 | #5867 |
| FY 2024-25 | 37.83 | 0.0010% | +323.63% | 10.02% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | 0.00% | 0.88% | +37.67 | #3991 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 76.06%/yr, imports 0.00%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 15180019 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 76.06% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 15180019 have grown at a compound annual rate of 76.06% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.27 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹37.83 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 15180019 ranked #3991 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 15180019 ranks #3991 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1518, it ranks #2 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #2358 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 15180019 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 15180019 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 393.37% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹37.67 Crore in HSN Code 15180019 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹37.83 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.16 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹37.67 Crore — ranking #2358 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 0.00% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Edible grade

India's imports under HSN Code 15180019 have grown at 0.00% CAGR, reaching ₹0.16 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 15180019 contributes 10.02% of Sub-Chapter 1518 exports — ranked #2

Among the 7 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1518, HSN Code 15180019 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 10.02% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.88% share (rank #5).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 1518

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 15180039: Modified veg fats/oils other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15180039/) | ₹295 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 15180019: Edible grade (this hsn code) | ₹38 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 15180040: With millet content 15% or more by weight](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15180040/) | ₹26 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 15180029: Edible grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15180029/) | ₹17 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 15180031: Edible veg fats & oils other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15180031/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #6 | [HSN Code 15180021: Dehydrated castor oil edible](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15180021/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #7 | [HSN Code 15180011: Linseed Oil (Edible, Vegetable Origin)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15180011/) | < ₹1 Crore |