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# HSN Code 17031000: Cane molasses

- [Section 04: Guide to HSN Section 04](https://busy.in/hsn/section-04/)
- [Chapter 17: Sugars and Sugar Confectionery](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-17/)
- [Sub-chapter 1703: Sugar molasses](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1703/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Cane molasses | 14% | 14% | 28% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 17031000 ?

It includes Cane molasses

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Cane molasses is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cane molasses?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cane molasses?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cane molasses?

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 Cane molasses?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 17031000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹25 Cr (−97.05% YoY) — 0.0007% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹9 Cr (−46.59% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹17 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2962 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 1703: 10.18% of its exports; import side 99.54%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 1703: #2 of 3 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -40.75% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4558 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +152.00% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1703: 10.18% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 17031000

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. 1703 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 1703 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 582.88 | 0.0255% | — | 99.33% | 1.04 | 0.0000% | — | 75.36% | +581.84 | #560 |
| FY 2019-20 | 512.27 | 0.0233% | −12.11% | 98.99% | 10.16 | 0.0003% | +876.92% | 99.51% | +502.11 | #632 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1,290.92 | 0.0600% | +152.00% | 98.08% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −95.28% | 52.17% | +1,290.44 | #266 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,601.10 | 0.0510% | +24.03% | 98.48% | 1.53 | 0.0000% | +218.75% | 76.12% | +1,599.57 | #305 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2,034.39 | 0.0562% | +27.06% | 98.57% | 4.55 | 0.0001% | +197.39% | 97.85% | +2,029.84 | #250 |
| FY 2023-24 | 855.56 | 0.0236% | −57.95% | 77.60% | 16.29 | 0.0003% | +258.02% | 100.00% | +839.27 | #582 |
| FY 2024-25 | 25.22 | 0.0007% | −97.05% | 10.18% | 8.70 | 0.0001% | −46.59% | 99.54% | +16.52 | #4558 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -40.75%/yr, imports 42.48%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 17031000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -40.75% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 17031000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -40.75% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹582.88 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹25.22 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 17031000 ranked #4558 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 17031000 ranks #4558 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1703, it ranks #2 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #2962 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 17031000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 17031000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 152.00% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹16.52 Crore in HSN Code 17031000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹25.22 Cr exceeded imports of ₹8.70 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹16.52 Crore — ranking #2962 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 42.48% CAGR signals rising demand for Cane molasses

India's imports under HSN Code 17031000 have grown at 42.48% CAGR, reaching ₹8.70 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 17031000 contributes 10.18% of Sub-Chapter 1703 exports — ranked #2

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1703, HSN Code 17031000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 10.18% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 99.54% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 1703

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 17039010: Other \| Molasses, Edible](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-17039010/) | ₹222 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 17031000: Cane molasses (this hsn code) | ₹25 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 17039090: Other Non-Edible Molasses (Excl. Cane) \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-17039090/) | < ₹1 Crore |