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# HSN Code 22085012: Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L)

- [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 2208: Spirituous Beverages](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2208/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Gin and Geneva : In containers holding 2 l or less : Geneva | Not under GST | Not under GST | Not under GST | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 22085012 ?

It includes Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L)

### How much GST applies to Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L)?

Under HSN 22085012, Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L)?

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 Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L)?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L)?

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 Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L)?

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 Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 22085012 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−31.25% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−77.20% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #7739 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2208: 0.01% of its exports; import side 0.01%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2208: #23 of 51 by export value; import-side #24

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 10.63% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #9705 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,133.33% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2208: 0.01% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 22085012

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. 2208 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2208 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.06 | #9428 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | 0.00% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | −0.20 | #9399 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +1,133.33% | 0.05% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −69.23% | 0.01% | +0.66 | #7910 |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +162.50% | 0.01% | −0.21 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | 3.07 | 0.0001% | — | 0.07% | −2.91 | #9565 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −31.25% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −77.20% | 0.01% | −0.59 | #9705 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 10.63%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 22085012 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 10.63% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 22085012 have grown at a compound annual rate of 10.63% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.06 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.11 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 22085012 ranked #9705 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 22085012 ranks #9705 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2208, it ranks #23 of 51. By trade surplus, it ranks #7739 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 22085012 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 22085012 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 1,133.33% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.59 Crore in HSN Code 22085012 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.70 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.11 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.59 Crore — ranking #7739 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 22085012 contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 2208 exports — ranked #23

Among the 51 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2208, HSN Code 22085012 ranks #23 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.01% share (rank #24).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2208

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 22083013: Blended Whisky (≤ 2L Containers)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22083013/) | ₹659 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 22083099: Whiskies \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22083099/) | ₹393 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 22083019: Whiskies (2L or less)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22083019/) | ₹309 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 22084011: Rum (≤2L)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22084011/) | ₹183 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 22086000: Vodka](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22086000/) | ₹114 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 22083012: Whiskies: Scotch](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22083012/) | ₹85 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 22082011: Spirits from Distilled Grape Wine or Marc](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22082011/) | ₹83 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 22085011: Gin in containers 2L or less](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22085011/) | ₹50 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 22082099: Spirits from Distilling Grape Wine or Marc: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22082099/) | ₹50 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 22083011: Bourbon whiskey: 2l or less](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-22083011/) | ₹38 Cr |
| #23 | HSN Code 22085012: Gin and Geneva: Geneva (<2L) (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |