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# HSN Code 27012090: Coal Briquettes (Other)

- [Section 05: Guide to HSN Section 05](https://busy.in/hsn/section-05/)
- [Chapter 27: Bituminous Substances, Mineral fuel & Oils](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-27/)
- [Sub-chapter 2701: Coal briquettes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2701/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal : Other | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | Rs. 400 Per tonne/ Nil (If Coal rejects supplied by coal washery, arising out of coal on which compensation cess has been paid and input tax credit thereof has not been availed by any person |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 27012090 ?

It includes Coal Briquettes (Other)

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Coal Briquettes (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.

### How much GST applies to Coal Briquettes (Other)?

Under HSN 27012090, Coal Briquettes (Other) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Coal Briquettes (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 Coal Briquettes (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 Coal Briquettes (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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 27012090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−96.44% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: < ₹1 Crore (Surplus); surplus rank #5380 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2701: 0.05% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2701: #7 of 9 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 68.02% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8346 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +325.00% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2701: 0.05% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 27012090

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. 2701 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2701 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | −0.10 | #9577 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +325.00% | 0.03% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +57.14% | 0.00% | −0.05 | #8918 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −58.82% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −90.91% | 0.00% | +0.05 | #9417 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +228.57% | 0.02% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +1,750.00% | 0.00% | −0.14 | #9112 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −47.83% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −94.59% | 0.00% | +0.10 | #9559 |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 23.88 | 0.0004% | +1,19,300.00% | 0.01% | −23.88 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.05% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −96.44% | 0.00% | +0.05 | #8346 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 68.02%/yr, imports 35.07%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 27012090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 68.02% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 27012090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 68.02% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.04 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.90 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 27012090 ranked #8346 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 27012090 ranks #8346 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2701, it ranks #7 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #5380 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 27012090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 27012090 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 325.00% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹0.05 Crore in HSN Code 27012090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.90 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.85 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.05 Crore — ranking #5380 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 35.07% CAGR signals rising demand for Coal Briquettes (Other)

India's imports under HSN Code 27012090 have grown at 35.07% CAGR, reaching ₹0.85 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 27012090 contributes 0.05% of Sub-Chapter 2701 exports — ranked #7

Among the 9 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2701, HSN Code 27012090 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 0.05% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share (rank #7).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2701

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 27011990: Other Coal (Non-Agglomerated)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-27011990/) | ₹1,013 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 27011910: Coking Coal](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-27011910/) | ₹395 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 27011290: Phenols: Coal Tar Distillation Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-27011290/) | ₹194 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 27011920: Steam Coal](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-27011920/) | ₹146 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 27011100: Anthracite coal](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-27011100/) | ₹79 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 27011210: Coking coal](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-27011210/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #7 | HSN Code 27012090: Coal Briquettes (Other) (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 27011200: Bituminous Coal](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-27011200/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 27012010: Anthracite Agglomerated Briquettes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-27012010/) | Nil |