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# HSN Code 29037400: Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b)

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens : Chlorodifluoroethanes | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29037400 ?

It includes Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b)

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b)?

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 Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b)?

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 Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b)?

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 Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b)?

Under HSN 29037400, Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29037400 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹15 Cr (+28.13% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹88 Cr (+19.57% YoY) — 0.0015% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹73 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10548 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2903: 0.47% of its exports; import side 1.20%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2903: #20 of 85 by export value; import-side #11

### Key metrics

- National export rank: #5237 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,041.41% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2903: 0.47% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29037400

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 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 33.08 | 0.0009% | — | 0.53% | −33.08 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 31.68 | 0.0009% | −4.23% | 0.45% | −31.68 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 29.40 | 0.0010% | −7.20% | 0.41% | −29.40 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | 6.69 | 0.0002% | — | 0.26% | 65.07 | 0.0014% | +121.33% | 0.52% | −58.38 | #5996 |
| FY 2022-23 | 76.36 | 0.0021% | +1,041.41% | 1.63% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +76.36 | #2904 |
| FY 2023-24 | 11.84 | 0.0003% | −84.49% | 0.36% | 73.98 | 0.0013% | — | 0.99% | −62.14 | #5496 |
| FY 2024-25 | 15.17 | 0.0004% | +28.13% | 0.47% | 88.46 | 0.0015% | +19.57% | 1.20% | −73.29 | #5237 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 17.81%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29037400 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 29037400

India exported ₹15.17 Crore worth of Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b) in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### HSN Code 29037400 ranked #5237 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29037400 ranks #5237 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2903, it ranks #20 of 85. By trade surplus, it ranks #10548 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29037400 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29037400 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 1,041.41% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹73.29 Crore in HSN Code 29037400 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹88.46 Cr exceeded exports of ₹15.17 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹73.29 Crore — ranking #10548 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 17.81% CAGR signals rising demand for Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b)

India's imports under HSN Code 29037400 have grown at 17.81% CAGR, reaching ₹88.46 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29037400 contributes 0.47% of Sub-Chapter 2903 exports — ranked #20

Among the 85 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2903, HSN Code 29037400 ranks #20 by export value — accounting for 0.47% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.20% share (rank #11).

## 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 |
| #20 | HSN Code 29037400: Chlorodifluoroethane (R-142b) (this hsn code) | ₹15 Cr |