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# HSN Code 29024200: Xylenes | M-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 : m-Xylene | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29024200 ?

It includes Xylenes | M-Xylene

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Xylenes / M-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 much GST applies to Xylenes / M-Xylene?

Under HSN 29024200, Xylenes / M-Xylene attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Xylenes / M-Xylene?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Xylenes / M-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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Xylenes / M-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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29024200 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹93 Cr (+1,965.04% YoY) — 0.0025% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹24 Cr (−61.45% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹70 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1894 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2902: 0.61% of its exports; import side 0.08%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2902: #10 of 20 by export value; import-side #11

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 79.19% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2744 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,965.04% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2902: 0.61% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29024200

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 | 2.82 | 0.0001% | — | 0.01% | 33.06 | 0.0009% | — | 0.16% | −30.24 | #6545 |
| FY 2019-20 | 5.87 | 0.0003% | +108.16% | 0.02% | 19.91 | 0.0006% | −39.78% | 0.13% | −14.04 | #5662 |
| FY 2020-21 | 8.57 | 0.0004% | +46.00% | 0.04% | 24.92 | 0.0009% | +25.16% | 0.22% | −16.35 | #5289 |
| FY 2021-22 | 6.76 | 0.0002% | −21.12% | 0.02% | 42.08 | 0.0009% | +68.86% | 0.24% | −35.32 | #5981 |
| FY 2022-23 | 7.11 | 0.0002% | +5.18% | 0.03% | 47.13 | 0.0008% | +12.00% | 0.20% | −40.02 | #6062 |
| FY 2023-24 | 4.52 | 0.0001% | −36.43% | 0.03% | 61.07 | 0.0011% | +29.58% | 0.25% | −56.55 | #6692 |
| FY 2024-25 | 93.34 | 0.0025% | +1,965.04% | 0.61% | 23.54 | 0.0004% | −61.45% | 0.08% | +69.80 | #2744 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 79.19%/yr, imports -5.50%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29024200 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 79.19% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29024200 have grown at a compound annual rate of 79.19% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.82 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹93.34 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29024200 ranked #2744 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29024200 ranks #2744 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2902, it ranks #10 of 20. By trade surplus, it ranks #1894 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29024200 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29024200 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 1,965.04% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹69.80 Crore in HSN Code 29024200 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹93.34 Cr exceeded imports of ₹23.54 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹69.80 Crore — ranking #1894 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -5.50% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Xylenes | M-Xylene

India's imports under HSN Code 29024200 have grown at -5.50% CAGR, reaching ₹23.54 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29024200 contributes 0.61% of Sub-Chapter 2902 exports — ranked #10

Among the 20 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2902, HSN Code 29024200 ranks #10 by export value — accounting for 0.61% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.08% share (rank #11).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹93 Cr |