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HSN Code 18050000: Cocoa powder
HSN Code 18050000 represents Cocoa powder under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cocoa powder correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 18050000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Cocoa powder.
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Description of Goods for HSN Code 18050000
HSN Code 18050000 relates to the following description.
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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 18050000 in FY 2025-26
India’s Exports
FY 2025-26₹42 Cr
0.0011% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2025-26₹2,798 Cr
0.0408% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2025-26−₹2,756 Cr
Surplus rank #12601 of 12872 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 1805
FY 2025-26100.00%
Share of Sub-Chapter 1805’s total exports in FY 2025-26
Import side: 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 1805’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 1805
FY 2025-26#1 of 1
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 1805
Import-side rank: #1 of 1
At a glance
55.74%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years
#4039
National Export Rank
of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26
+289.89%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move
100.00%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1805
Share of Sub-Chapter 1805 exports in FY 2025-26
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 18050000
8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
−340.32
Exports
1.90 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
— YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Imports
342.22 ₹ Cr
0.0095% share
— YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Balance
−370.00
Exports
1.74 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
−8.42% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Imports
371.74 ₹ Cr
0.0111% share
+8.63% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Balance
−516.84
Exports
3.47 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
+99.43% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Imports
520.31 ₹ Cr
0.0179% share
+39.97% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Balance
−777.45
Exports
5.88 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
+69.45% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Imports
783.33 ₹ Cr
0.0171% share
+50.55% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Balance
−1,143.13
Exports
9.91 ₹ Cr
0.0003% share
+68.54% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Imports
1,153.04 ₹ Cr
0.0201% share
+47.20% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Balance
−1,177.20
Exports
10.29 ₹ Cr
0.0003% share
+3.83% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Imports
1,187.49 ₹ Cr
0.0211% share
+2.99% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Balance
−2,301.82
Exports
40.12 ₹ Cr
0.0011% share
+289.89% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Imports
2,341.94 ₹ Cr
0.0385% share
+97.22% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Balance
−2,756.01
Exports
42.23 ₹ Cr
0.0011% share
+5.26% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
Imports
2,798.24 ₹ Cr
0.0408% share
+19.48% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 1805
CAGR · 8-Year
Exports
55.74% /yr
Imports
35.01% /yr
reference, FY 2025-26
Export
₹42.23 Cr
Import
₹2,798.24 Cr
Trade Balance
−2,756.01
Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 18050000 Export-Import Analysis
Consistent Export Growth: 55.74% CAGR Over 8 Years
India's exports under HSN Code 18050000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 55.74% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.90 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹42.23 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 18050000 Ranked #4039 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value
In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 18050000 ranks #4039 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1805, it ranks #1 of 1. By trade surplus, it ranks #12601 of 12872.
FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 18050000 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 18050000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 289.89% over the prior year.
India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹2,756.01 Crore in HSN Code 18050000 Goods
In FY 2025-26, India's imports of ₹2,798.24 Cr exceeded exports of ₹42.23 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹2,756.01 Crore — ranking #12601 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.
Import Growth of 35.01% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Cocoa powder
India's imports under HSN Code 18050000 have grown at 35.01% CAGR, reaching ₹2,798.24 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 18050000 Contributes 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 1805 Exports — Ranked #1
Among the 1 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1805, HSN Code 18050000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 100.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 100.00% share (rank #1).
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 18050000 and GST compliance.
What products are classified under HSN 18050000 ?
It includes Cocoa powder
Any common misclassification issue with Cocoa powder?
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 Cocoa powder?
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 Cocoa powder is sold with other items?
Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Cocoa powder; Nil for exempt items if applicable).
Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cocoa powder?
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.
How much GST applies to Cocoa powder?
Under HSN 18050000, Cocoa powder attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.