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# HSN Code 17039010: Other | Molasses, Edible

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Molasses, edible | 14% | 14% | 28% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 17039010 ?

It includes Other | Molasses, Edible

### Any common misclassification issue with Other / Molasses, Edible?

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 Other / Molasses, Edible?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Other / Molasses, Edible is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other / Molasses, Edible?

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 Other / Molasses, Edible?

Under HSN 17039010, Other / Molasses, Edible attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 17039010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹222 Cr (−9.32% YoY) — 0.0060% of India's total exports
- Imports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹222 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1075 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 1703: 89.73% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 1703: #1 of 3 by export value

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 106.82% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1731 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +759.03% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1703: 89.73% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 17039010

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 | 2.84 | 0.0001% | — | 0.48% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 11.59% | +2.68 | #6542 |
| FY 2019-20 | 4.52 | 0.0002% | +59.15% | 0.87% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +4.52 | #5975 |
| FY 2020-21 | 22.72 | 0.0011% | +402.65% | 1.73% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 19.57% | +22.54 | #4028 |
| FY 2021-22 | 22.04 | 0.0007% | −2.99% | 1.36% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +72.22% | 15.42% | +21.73 | #4471 |
| FY 2022-23 | 28.53 | 0.0008% | +29.45% | 1.38% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +28.53 | #4237 |
| FY 2023-24 | 245.08 | 0.0068% | +759.03% | 22.23% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +245.08 | #1575 |
| FY 2024-25 | 222.24 | 0.0060% | −9.32% | 89.73% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +222.24 | #1731 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 106.82%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 17039010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 106.82% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 17039010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 106.82% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.84 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹222.24 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 17039010 ranked #1731 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 17039010 ranks #1731 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1703, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #1075 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 17039010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 17039010 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 759.03% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹222.24 Crore in HSN Code 17039010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹222.24 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹222.24 Crore — ranking #1075 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 17039010 contributes 89.73% of Sub-Chapter 1703 exports — ranked #1

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1703, HSN Code 17039010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 89.73% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

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