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# HSN Code 17039090: Other Non-Edible Molasses (Excl. Cane) | Other

- [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 : Other | 14% | 14% | 28% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 17039090 ?

It includes Other Non-Edible Molasses (Excl. Cane) | Other

### How much GST applies to Other Non-Edible Molasses (Excl. Cane) / Other?

Under HSN 17039090, Other Non-Edible Molasses (Excl. Cane) / Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Non-Edible Molasses (Excl. Cane) / Other?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Non-Edible Molasses (Excl. Cane) / Other?

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 Other Non-Edible Molasses (Excl. Cane) / Other?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Non-Edible Molasses (Excl. Cane) / Other?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 17039090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−87.89% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: < ₹1 Crore (Surplus); surplus rank #5103 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 1703: 0.09% of its exports; import side 0.46%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 1703: #3 of 3 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -22.84% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #9345 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +258.33% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1703: 0.09% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 17039090

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 | 1.09 | 0.0000% | — | 0.19% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 13.04% | +0.91 | #7547 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −33.95% | 0.14% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −72.22% | 0.49% | +0.67 | #7915 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2.58 | 0.0001% | +258.33% | 0.20% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +420.00% | 28.26% | +2.32 | #6704 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.61 | 0.0001% | +1.16% | 0.16% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −34.62% | 8.46% | +2.44 | #7048 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −65.52% | 0.04% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −41.18% | 2.15% | +0.80 | #8199 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.90 | 0.0001% | +111.11% | 0.17% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +1.90 | #7630 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −87.89% | 0.09% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.46% | +0.19 | #9345 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -22.84%/yr, imports -22.17%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 17039090 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -22.84% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 17039090 have declined at a compound annual rate of -22.84% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹1.09 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.23 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 17039090 ranked #9345 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 17039090 ranks #9345 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1703, it ranks #3 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #5103 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 17039090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 17039090 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 258.33% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹0.19 Crore in HSN Code 17039090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.23 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.04 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.19 Crore — ranking #5103 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -22.17% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Non-Edible Molasses (Excl. Cane) | Other

India's imports under HSN Code 17039090 have grown at -22.17% CAGR, reaching ₹0.04 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 17039090 contributes 0.09% of Sub-Chapter 1703 exports — ranked #3

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1703, HSN Code 17039090 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 0.09% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.46% share (rank #2).

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