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# HSN Code 19011090: Preparations for infant use: Other

- [Section 04: Guide to HSN Section 04](https://busy.in/hsn/section-04/)
- [Chapter 19: Preparations of Cereals, Flour, Starch or Milk; Pastry](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-19/)
- [Sub-chapter 1901: Malt extract](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1901/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Preparations for infant use, put up for retail sale: Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 19011090 ?

It includes Preparations for infant use: Other

### Any common misclassification issue with Preparations for infant use: 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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Preparations for infant use: Other is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Preparations for infant use: Other; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Preparations for infant use: 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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Preparations for infant use: 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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Preparations for infant use: 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 19011090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹162 Cr (−9.88% YoY) — 0.0044% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹144 Cr (−28.71% YoY) — 0.0024% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹17 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2928 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 1901: 14.69% of its exports; import side 60.62%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 1901: #2 of 5 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -8.63% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2078 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +23.60% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 1901: 14.69% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 19011090

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. 1901 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 1901 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 278.06 | 0.0122% | — | 33.99% | 189.24 | 0.0053% | — | 84.26% | +88.82 | #1040 |
| FY 2019-20 | 300.83 | 0.0137% | +8.19% | 37.89% | 163.59 | 0.0049% | −13.55% | 70.47% | +137.24 | #981 |
| FY 2020-21 | 340.27 | 0.0158% | +13.11% | 35.48% | 178.19 | 0.0061% | +8.92% | 82.75% | +162.08 | #920 |
| FY 2021-22 | 193.52 | 0.0062% | −43.13% | 20.04% | 198.55 | 0.0043% | +11.43% | 82.01% | −5.03 | #1681 |
| FY 2022-23 | 145.28 | 0.0040% | −24.93% | 14.07% | 237.78 | 0.0041% | +19.76% | 77.57% | −92.50 | #2085 |
| FY 2023-24 | 179.56 | 0.0050% | +23.60% | 16.02% | 202.55 | 0.0036% | −14.82% | 67.94% | −22.99 | #1889 |
| FY 2024-25 | 161.82 | 0.0044% | −9.88% | 14.69% | 144.39 | 0.0024% | −28.71% | 60.62% | +17.43 | #2078 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -8.63%/yr, imports -4.41%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 19011090 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -8.63% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 19011090 have declined at a compound annual rate of -8.63% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹278.06 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹161.82 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 19011090 ranked #2078 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 19011090 ranks #2078 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 1901, it ranks #2 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #2928 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 19011090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 19011090 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 23.60% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹17.43 Crore in HSN Code 19011090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹161.82 Cr exceeded imports of ₹144.39 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹17.43 Crore — ranking #2928 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -4.41% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Preparations for infant use: Other

India's imports under HSN Code 19011090 have grown at -4.41% CAGR, reaching ₹144.39 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 19011090 contributes 14.69% of Sub-Chapter 1901 exports — ranked #2

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 1901, HSN Code 19011090 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 14.69% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 60.62% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 1901

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 19019090: Cereal and Flour-Based Preparations \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19019090/) | ₹692 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 19011090: Preparations for infant use: Other (this hsn code) | ₹162 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 19012000: Mixes & Doughs for Baker’s Wares of Heading 1905](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19012000/) | ₹128 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 19019010: Other \| Malt Extract](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19019010/) | ₹118 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 19011010: Malted Milk Powder](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-19011010/) | ₹1 Cr |