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# HSN Code 29027000: Cumene

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Cumene | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29027000 ?

It includes Cumene

### Any common misclassification issue with Cumene?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Cumene is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Cumene?

Under HSN 29027000, Cumene attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cumene?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cumene?

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 Cumene?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29027000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: Nil (−100.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹447 Cr (+77.14% YoY) — 0.0073% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹447 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11826 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2902: 0.00% of its exports; import side 1.58%

### Key metrics

- Peak growth year: +100.00% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2902: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29027000

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 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 111.38 | 0.0031% | — | 0.55% | −111.38 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −99.99% | 0.00% | +0.12 | #9054 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −23.08% | 0.00% | 61.52 | 0.0021% | +6,15,100.00% | 0.55% | −61.42 | #9236 |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 218.13 | 0.0048% | +254.57% | 1.25% | −218.13 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 584.31 | 0.0102% | +167.87% | 2.47% | −584.30 | #10292 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +100.00% | 0.00% | 252.07 | 0.0045% | −56.86% | 1.04% | −252.05 | #10338 |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 446.51 | 0.0073% | +77.14% | 1.58% | −446.51 | — |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 26.04%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29027000 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 29027000

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Cumene in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29027000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29027000 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 100.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹446.51 Crore in HSN Code 29027000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹446.51 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹446.51 Crore — ranking #11826 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 26.04% CAGR signals rising demand for Cumene

India's imports under HSN Code 29027000 have grown at 26.04% CAGR, reaching ₹446.51 Crore in FY 2024-25.

## 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 |
| — | HSN Code 29027000: Cumene (this hsn code) | Nil |