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# HSN Code 29053990: Other diols

- [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 2905: Acyclic alcohols & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2905/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Diols : Other : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29053990 ?

It includes Other diols

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other diols?

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.

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

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other diols?

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 Other diols?

Under HSN 29053990, Other diols attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other diols?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29053990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹375 Cr (+5.37% YoY) — 0.0102% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹799 Cr (+13.37% YoY) — 0.0132% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹424 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11796 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2905: 9.07% of its exports; import side 3.54%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2905: #3 of 37 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 7.19% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1241 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +43.74% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2905: 9.07% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29053990

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. 2905 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2905 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 247.49 | 0.0108% | — | 6.60% | 503.78 | 0.0141% | — | 3.35% | −256.29 | #1137 |
| FY 2019-20 | 175.65 | 0.0080% | −29.03% | 6.38% | 410.47 | 0.0123% | −18.52% | 3.20% | −234.82 | #1436 |
| FY 2020-21 | 148.01 | 0.0069% | −15.74% | 4.67% | 440.26 | 0.0151% | +7.26% | 3.45% | −292.25 | #1669 |
| FY 2021-22 | 199.18 | 0.0063% | +34.57% | 5.84% | 1,006.59 | 0.0220% | +128.64% | 4.86% | −807.41 | #1651 |
| FY 2022-23 | 247.90 | 0.0068% | +24.46% | 6.17% | 1,022.91 | 0.0178% | +1.62% | 4.38% | −775.01 | #1508 |
| FY 2023-24 | 356.34 | 0.0098% | +43.74% | 9.83% | 705.05 | 0.0126% | −31.07% | 3.64% | −348.71 | #1250 |
| FY 2024-25 | 375.48 | 0.0102% | +5.37% | 9.07% | 799.34 | 0.0132% | +13.37% | 3.54% | −423.86 | #1241 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 7.19%/yr, imports 8.00%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29053990 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 7.19% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29053990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.19% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹247.49 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹375.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29053990 ranked #1241 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29053990 ranks #1241 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2905, it ranks #3 of 37. By trade surplus, it ranks #11796 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29053990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29053990 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 43.74% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹423.86 Crore in HSN Code 29053990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹799.34 Cr exceeded exports of ₹375.48 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹423.86 Crore — ranking #11796 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 8.00% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other diols

India's imports under HSN Code 29053990 have grown at 8.00% CAGR, reaching ₹799.34 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29053990 contributes 9.07% of Sub-Chapter 2905 exports — ranked #3

Among the 37 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2905, HSN Code 29053990 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 9.07% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.54% share (rank #7).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2905

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29052250: Dihydromyrcenol: Unsaturated Monohydric Acyclic Terpene Alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29052250/) | ₹666 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 29054400: Other polyhydric alcohols : D-glucitol (Sorbitol)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29054400/) | ₹565 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 29053990: Other diols (this hsn code) | ₹375 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29051990: Saturated monohydric alcohols : Other: other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29051990/) | ₹358 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29052900: Unsaturated Monohydric Alcohols \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29052900/) | ₹308 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29053100: Ethylene glycol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29053100/) | ₹301 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29051700: Lauryl/Cetyl/Stearyl Alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29051700/) | ₹248 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 29051100: Methanol (methyl alcohol)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29051100/) | ₹207 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29054500: Other Polyhydric Alcohols \| Glycerol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29054500/) | ₹161 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29051220: Isopropyl Alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29051220/) | ₹114 Cr |