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# HSN Code 29024100: Xylenes | O-Xylene

- [Section 06: Guide to HSN Section 06](https://busy.in/hsn/section-06/)
- [Chapter 29: Organic Chemicals](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-29/)
- [Sub-chapter 2902: Cyclic hydrocarbons](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2902/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Xylenes : o-Xylene | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29024100 ?

It includes Xylenes | O-Xylene

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Xylenes / O-Xylene?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Xylenes / O-Xylene?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Xylenes / O-Xylene is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Xylenes / O-Xylene; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Xylenes / O-Xylene?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

### How much GST applies to Xylenes / O-Xylene?

Under HSN 29024100, Xylenes / O-Xylene attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29024100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹20 Cr (−81.75% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2,227 Cr (+277.01% YoY) — 0.0367% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹2,207 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12436 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2902: 0.13% of its exports; import side 7.87%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2902: #12 of 20 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -49.53% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4850 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +26.73% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2902: 0.13% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29024100

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. 2902 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2902 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1,227.34 | 0.0537% | — | 4.12% | 154.64 | 0.0043% | — | 0.77% | +1,072.70 | #266 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1,009.50 | 0.0459% | −17.75% | 4.19% | 99.62 | 0.0030% | −35.58% | 0.65% | +909.88 | #324 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1,279.34 | 0.0595% | +26.73% | 6.57% | 113.09 | 0.0039% | +13.52% | 1.01% | +1,166.25 | #271 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,482.21 | 0.0472% | +15.86% | 4.70% | 114.52 | 0.0025% | +1.26% | 0.66% | +1,367.69 | #331 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,080.59 | 0.0298% | −27.10% | 4.69% | 495.32 | 0.0086% | +332.52% | 2.10% | +585.27 | #470 |
| FY 2023-24 | 111.19 | 0.0031% | −89.71% | 0.75% | 590.79 | 0.0105% | +19.27% | 2.44% | −479.60 | #2442 |
| FY 2024-25 | 20.29 | 0.0006% | −81.75% | 0.13% | 2,227.32 | 0.0367% | +277.01% | 7.87% | −2,207.03 | #4850 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -49.53%/yr, imports 55.98%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29024100 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -49.53% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29024100 have declined at a compound annual rate of -49.53% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹1,227.34 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹20.29 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29024100 ranked #4850 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29024100 ranks #4850 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2902, it ranks #12 of 20. By trade surplus, it ranks #12436 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29024100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29024100 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 26.73% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹2,207.03 Crore in HSN Code 29024100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹2,227.32 Cr exceeded exports of ₹20.29 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹2,207.03 Crore — ranking #12436 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 55.98% CAGR signals rising demand for Xylenes | O-Xylene

India's imports under HSN Code 29024100 have grown at 55.98% CAGR, reaching ₹2,227.32 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29024100 contributes 0.13% of Sub-Chapter 2902 exports — ranked #12

Among the 20 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2902, HSN Code 29024100 ranks #12 by export value — accounting for 0.13% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.87% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2902

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29022000: Benzene](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29022000/) | ₹11,889 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 29024300: Xylenes \| P-Xylene](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29024300/) | ₹1,716 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 29029090: Other Cyclic Hydrocarbons](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29029090/) | ₹488 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29025000: Styrene](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29025000/) | ₹220 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29023000: Toluene](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29023000/) | ₹186 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29021990: Cyclanes, cyclenes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29021990/) | ₹186 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29021100: Cyclohexane](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29021100/) | ₹168 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 29029050: Other \| Isobutyl Benzene](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29029050/) | ₹167 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29029060: Other \| N-Propyl Benzene](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29029060/) | ₹98 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29024200: Xylenes \| M-Xylene](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29024200/) | ₹93 Cr |
| #12 | HSN Code 29024100: Xylenes \| O-Xylene (this hsn code) | ₹20 Cr |