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# HSN Code 21061000: Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins

- [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 2106: Unspecified food preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2106/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Protein concentrates and textured protein substances | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 21061000 ?

It includes Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins

### Any common misclassification issue with Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins?

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 much GST applies to Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins?

Under HSN 21061000, Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins?

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 Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins?

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 21061000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹485 Cr (+14.42% YoY) — 0.0132% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹190 Cr (+29.32% YoY) — 0.0031% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹295 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #923 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2106: 6.78% of its exports; import side 20.67%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2106: #2 of 13 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 16.04% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1039 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +41.15% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2106: 6.78% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 21061000

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. 2106 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2106 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 198.72 | 0.0087% | — | 8.68% | 610.05 | 0.0170% | — | 55.78% | −411.33 | #1317 |
| FY 2019-20 | 211.80 | 0.0096% | +6.58% | 7.46% | 337.70 | 0.0101% | −44.64% | 35.40% | −125.90 | #1273 |
| FY 2020-21 | 298.95 | 0.0139% | +41.15% | 8.02% | 190.46 | 0.0065% | −43.60% | 21.17% | +108.49 | #1031 |
| FY 2021-22 | 284.79 | 0.0091% | −4.74% | 6.40% | 362.54 | 0.0079% | +90.35% | 27.97% | −77.75 | #1327 |
| FY 2022-23 | 331.32 | 0.0092% | +16.34% | 6.59% | 192.05 | 0.0033% | −47.03% | 20.29% | +139.27 | #1242 |
| FY 2023-24 | 423.99 | 0.0117% | +27.97% | 6.86% | 147.11 | 0.0026% | −23.40% | 20.37% | +276.88 | #1103 |
| FY 2024-25 | 485.13 | 0.0132% | +14.42% | 6.78% | 190.24 | 0.0031% | +29.32% | 20.67% | +294.89 | #1039 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 16.04%/yr, imports -17.65%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 21061000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 16.04% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 21061000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 16.04% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹198.72 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹485.13 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 21061000 ranked #1039 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 21061000 ranks #1039 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2106, it ranks #2 of 13. By trade surplus, it ranks #923 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 21061000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 21061000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 41.15% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹294.89 Crore in HSN Code 21061000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹485.13 Cr exceeded imports of ₹190.24 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹294.89 Crore — ranking #923 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -17.65% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins

India's imports under HSN Code 21061000 have grown at -17.65% CAGR, reaching ₹190.24 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 21061000 contributes 6.78% of Sub-Chapter 2106 exports — ranked #2

Among the 13 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2106, HSN Code 21061000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 6.78% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 20.67% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2106

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 21069099: Textured Vegetable Proteins (Soya Bari)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21069099/) | ₹5,926 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 21061000: Protein Concentrates & Textured Proteins (this hsn code) | ₹485 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 21069020: Pan Masala](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21069020/) | ₹388 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 21069019: Other\|Soft Drink Concentrates \|Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21069019/) | ₹108 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 21069060: Other\| Food Flavouring Material](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21069060/) | ₹54 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 21069091: Other\| Other \| Diabetic Foods](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21069091/) | ₹51 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 21069050: Compounds for non-alcoholic beverages](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21069050/) | ₹43 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 21069040: Flavored/Colored Sugar Syrups](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21069040/) | ₹36 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 21069030: Betel Nut Products (Supari)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21069030/) | ₹20 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 21069092: Pasteurized millstone](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-21069092/) | ₹17 Cr |