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# HSN Code 29031120: Ethyl Chloride

- [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 2903: Halogenated hydrocarbons derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2903/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons : Chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride) : Chloroethane (ethyl chloride) | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29031120 ?

It includes Ethyl Chloride

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Ethyl Chloride?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Ethyl Chloride is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Ethyl Chloride?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Ethyl Chloride?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Ethyl Chloride?

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

### How much GST applies to Ethyl Chloride?

Under HSN 29031120, Ethyl Chloride attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29031120 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (+57.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹13 Cr (+1,33,400.00% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹12 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9181 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2903: 0.05% of its exports; import side 0.18%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2903: #29 of 85 by export value; import-side #24

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 3.33% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7820 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +131.48% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2903: 0.05% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29031120

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. 2903 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2903 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.29 | 0.0001% | — | 0.07% | 1.00 | 0.0000% | — | 0.02% | +0.29 | #7378 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −58.14% | 0.03% | 9.94 | 0.0003% | +894.00% | 0.14% | −9.40 | #8145 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.25 | 0.0001% | +131.48% | 0.07% | 8.73 | 0.0003% | −12.17% | 0.12% | −7.48 | #7463 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.16 | 0.0001% | +72.80% | 0.08% | 10.80 | 0.0002% | +23.71% | 0.09% | −8.64 | #7228 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.60 | 0.0000% | −25.93% | 0.03% | 5.08 | 0.0001% | −52.96% | 0.05% | −3.48 | #7673 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.00 | 0.0000% | −37.50% | 0.03% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −99.80% | 0.00% | +0.99 | #8248 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.57 | 0.0000% | +57.00% | 0.05% | 13.35 | 0.0002% | +1,33,400.00% | 0.18% | −11.78 | #7820 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 3.33%/yr, imports 54.02%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29031120 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 3.33% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29031120 have grown at a compound annual rate of 3.33% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.29 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.57 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29031120 ranked #7820 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29031120 ranks #7820 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2903, it ranks #29 of 85. By trade surplus, it ranks #9181 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29031120 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29031120 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 131.48% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹11.78 Crore in HSN Code 29031120 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹13.35 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.57 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹11.78 Crore — ranking #9181 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 54.02% CAGR signals rising demand for Ethyl Chloride

India's imports under HSN Code 29031120 have grown at 54.02% CAGR, reaching ₹13.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29031120 contributes 0.05% of Sub-Chapter 2903 exports — ranked #29

Among the 85 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2903, HSN Code 29031120 ranks #29 by export value — accounting for 0.05% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.18% share (rank #24).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2903

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29039990: Halogenated derivatives: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29039990/) | ₹524 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 29037900: Other Halogenated Acyclic Hydrocarbons (≥2 Different Halogens)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29037900/) | ₹513 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 29039130: p-Dichlorobenzene (Paradichlorobenzene)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29039130/) | ₹489 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29037100: Chlorodifluoromethane (R-22)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29037100/) | ₹477 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29034500: 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29034500/) | ₹273 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29034200: Difluoromethane (HFC-32)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29034200/) | ₹173 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29034400: Pentafluoroethane (HFC-125)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29034400/) | ₹169 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 29031200: Dichloromethane](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29031200/) | ₹159 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29039940: Benzylchloride: Halogenated Aromatic Hydrocarbon Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29039940/) | ₹99 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29031990: Saturated Chlorinated Derivatives of Acyclic Hydrocarbons](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29031990/) | ₹49 Cr |
| #29 | HSN Code 29031120: Ethyl Chloride (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |