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# HSN Code 22072000: Ethyl alcohol: Denatured

- [Section 04: Guide to HSN Section 04](https://busy.in/hsn/section-04/)
- [Chapter 22: Beverages, Spirits and Vinegar](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-22/)
- [Sub-chapter 2207: Undenatured Ethyl Alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2207/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Ethyl alcohol and other spirits, denatured, of any strength | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |
| Ethyl alcohol and other spirits, denatured, of any strength ([other than ethyl alcohol supplied to Oil Marketing Companies for blending with motor spirit (petrol)] | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 22072000 ?

It includes Ethyl alcohol: Denatured

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Ethyl alcohol: Denatured?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Ethyl alcohol: Denatured?

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.

### How much GST applies to Ethyl alcohol: Denatured?

Under HSN 22072000, Ethyl alcohol: Denatured attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Ethyl alcohol: Denatured?

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 Ethyl alcohol: Denatured?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Ethyl alcohol: Denatured is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Ethyl alcohol: Denatured; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 22072000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (+650.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹3,895 Cr (+39.99% YoY) — 0.0641% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹3,894 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12529 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2207: 0.30% of its exports; import side 97.59%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2207: #3 of 4 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -29.25% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7865 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +650.00% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2207: 0.30% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 22072000

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. 2207 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2207 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 11.96 | 0.0005% | — | 2.20% | 1,976.08 | 0.0551% | — | 99.42% | −1,964.12 | #4781 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3.58 | 0.0002% | −70.07% | 1.60% | 2,002.37 | 0.0598% | +1.33% | 99.49% | −1,998.79 | #6236 |
| FY 2020-21 | 6.97 | 0.0003% | +94.69% | 0.77% | 2,407.90 | 0.0826% | +20.25% | 99.35% | −2,400.93 | #5524 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −88.38% | 0.16% | 2,574.09 | 0.0563% | +6.90% | 99.25% | −2,573.28 | #8170 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −64.20% | 0.03% | 1,328.88 | 0.0231% | −48.37% | 97.90% | −1,328.59 | #9067 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −31.03% | 0.02% | 2,782.37 | 0.0495% | +109.38% | 98.86% | −2,782.17 | #9440 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.50 | 0.0000% | +650.00% | 0.30% | 3,895.12 | 0.0641% | +39.99% | 97.59% | −3,893.62 | #7865 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -29.25%/yr, imports 11.97%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 22072000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -29.25% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 22072000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -29.25% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹11.96 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.50 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 22072000 ranked #7865 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 22072000 ranks #7865 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2207, it ranks #3 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #12529 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 22072000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 22072000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 650.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹3,893.62 Crore in HSN Code 22072000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹3,895.12 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.50 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹3,893.62 Crore — ranking #12529 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 11.97% CAGR signals rising demand for Ethyl alcohol: Denatured

India's imports under HSN Code 22072000 have grown at 11.97% CAGR, reaching ₹3,895.12 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 22072000 contributes 0.30% of Sub-Chapter 2207 exports — ranked #3

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2207, HSN Code 22072000 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 0.30% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 97.59% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2207

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 22071090: Other Ethyl Alcohol (≥80% vol.)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22071090/) | ₹503 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 22071011: Rectified spirit concentrates: SpiritCon](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22071011/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 22072000: Ethyl alcohol: Denatured (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 22071019: Rectified Spirit: Undenatured Ethyl Alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22071019/) | ₹1 Cr |