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# HSN Code 21041090: Soups and broths and preparations therefor:other

- [Section 04: Guide to HSN Section 04](https://busy.in/hsn/section-04/)
- [Chapter 21: Miscellaneous Edible Preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-21/)
- [Sub-chapter 2104: Rosin & resin products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2104/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Soups and broths and preparations therefor:other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 21041090 ?

It includes Soups and broths and preparations therefor:other

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Soups and broths and preparations therefor: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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Soups and broths and preparations therefor: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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Soups and broths and preparations therefor: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 Soups and broths and preparations therefor:other is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Soups and broths and preparations therefor:other; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### How much GST applies to Soups and broths and preparations therefor:other?

Under HSN 21041090, Soups and broths and preparations therefor:other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Soups and broths and preparations therefor: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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 21041090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹31 Cr (−6.52% YoY) — 0.0008% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1 Cr (+31.46% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹30 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2530 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2104: 49.03% of its exports; import side 68.42%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2104: #1 of 3 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 17.99% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4282 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +101.44% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2104: 49.03% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 21041090

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. 2104 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2104 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 11.48 | 0.0005% | — | 40.38% | 1.62 | 0.0000% | — | 75.35% | +9.86 | #4830 |
| FY 2019-20 | 9.01 | 0.0004% | −21.52% | 32.69% | 1.18 | 0.0000% | −27.16% | 86.76% | +7.83 | #5146 |
| FY 2020-21 | 18.15 | 0.0008% | +101.44% | 46.75% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −59.32% | 85.71% | +17.67 | #4328 |
| FY 2021-22 | 24.35 | 0.0008% | +34.16% | 56.76% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +2.08% | 69.01% | +23.86 | #4328 |
| FY 2022-23 | 31.43 | 0.0009% | +29.08% | 62.02% | 1.43 | 0.0000% | +191.84% | 92.86% | +30.00 | #4099 |
| FY 2023-24 | 33.14 | 0.0009% | +5.44% | 56.50% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −37.76% | 75.42% | +32.25 | #4102 |
| FY 2024-25 | 30.98 | 0.0008% | −6.52% | 49.03% | 1.17 | 0.0000% | +31.46% | 68.42% | +29.81 | #4282 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 17.99%/yr, imports -5.28%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 21041090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 17.99% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 21041090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 17.99% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹11.48 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹30.98 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 21041090 ranked #4282 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 21041090 ranks #4282 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2104, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #2530 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 21041090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 21041090 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 101.44% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹29.81 Crore in HSN Code 21041090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹30.98 Cr exceeded imports of ₹1.17 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹29.81 Crore — ranking #2530 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -5.28% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Soups and broths and preparations therefor:other

India's imports under HSN Code 21041090 have grown at -5.28% CAGR, reaching ₹1.17 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 21041090 contributes 49.03% of Sub-Chapter 2104 exports — ranked #1

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2104, HSN Code 21041090 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 49.03% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 68.42% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2104

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 21041090: Soups and broths and preparations therefor:other (this hsn code) | ₹31 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 21041010: Dried Soups & Broths](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21041010/) | ₹27 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 21042000: Homogenised Composite Food Preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21042000/) | ₹5 Cr |