HSN Code 21050000: Ice cream and other edible ice
HSN Code 21050000 represents Ice cream and other edible ice under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Ice cream and other edible ice correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 21050000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Ice cream and other edible ice.
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Description of Goods for HSN Code 21050000
HSN Code 21050000 relates to the following description.
India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 21050000 in FY 2024-25
India’s Exports
FY 2024-25₹112 Cr
0.0030% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2024-25₹62 Cr
0.0010% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2024-25₹50 Cr
Surplus rank #2166 of 12657 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 2105
FY 2024-25100.00%
Share of Sub-Chapter 2105’s total exports in FY 2024-25
Import side: 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 2105’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 2105
FY 2024-25#1 of 1
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 2105
Import-side rank: #1 of 1
At a glance
13.74%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years
#2516
National Export Rank
of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25
+32.48%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move
100.00%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2105
Share of Sub-Chapter 2105 exports in FY 2024-25
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 21050000
7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
+26.94
Exports
51.74 ₹ Cr
0.0023% share
— YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Imports
24.80 ₹ Cr
0.0007% share
— YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Balance
+4.92
Exports
48.33 ₹ Cr
0.0022% share
−6.59% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Imports
43.41 ₹ Cr
0.0013% share
+75.04% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Balance
+34.46
Exports
49.44 ₹ Cr
0.0023% share
+2.30% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Imports
14.98 ₹ Cr
0.0005% share
−65.49% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Balance
+26.53
Exports
63.58 ₹ Cr
0.0020% share
+28.60% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Imports
37.05 ₹ Cr
0.0008% share
+147.33% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Balance
+5.38
Exports
78.04 ₹ Cr
0.0022% share
+22.74% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Imports
72.66 ₹ Cr
0.0013% share
+96.11% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Balance
+31.28
Exports
84.55 ₹ Cr
0.0023% share
+8.34% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Imports
53.27 ₹ Cr
0.0009% share
−26.69% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Balance
+49.78
Exports
112.01 ₹ Cr
0.0030% share
+32.48% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
Imports
62.23 ₹ Cr
0.0010% share
+16.82% YoY
100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2105
CAGR · 7-Year
Exports
13.74% /yr
Imports
16.57% /yr
reference, FY 2024-25
Export
₹112.01 Cr
Import
₹62.23 Cr
Trade Balance
+49.78
Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 21050000 Export-Import Analysis
Consistent Export Growth: 13.74% CAGR Over 7 Years
India's exports under HSN Code 21050000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 13.74% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹51.74 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹112.01 Crore in FY 2024-25.
HSN Code 21050000 Ranked #2516 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value
In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 21050000 ranks #2516 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2105, it ranks #1 of 1. By trade surplus, it ranks #2166 of 12657.
FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 21050000 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 21050000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 32.48% over the prior year.
India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹49.78 Crore in HSN Code 21050000 Goods
In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹112.01 Cr exceeded imports of ₹62.23 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹49.78 Crore — ranking #2166 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.
Import Growth of 16.57% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Ice cream and other edible ice
India's imports under HSN Code 21050000 have grown at 16.57% CAGR, reaching ₹62.23 Crore in FY 2024-25.
HSN Code 21050000 Contributes 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 2105 Exports — Ranked #1
Among the 1 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2105, HSN Code 21050000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 100.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 100.00% share (rank #1).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 21050000 and GST compliance.
What products are classified under HSN 21050000 ?
It includes Ice cream and other edible ice
How much GST applies to Ice cream and other edible ice?
Under HSN 21050000, Ice cream and other edible ice attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.
Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Ice cream and other edible ice?
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 Ice cream and other edible ice is sold with other items?
Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Ice cream and other edible ice; Nil for exempt items if applicable).
Any common misclassification issue with Ice cream and other edible ice?
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.
Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Ice cream and other edible ice?
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 Ice cream and other edible ice?
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.