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# HSN Code 29062100: Benzyl Alcohol

- [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 2906: Cyclic alcohols & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2906/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Aromatic : Benzyl alcohol | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29062100 ?

It includes Benzyl Alcohol

### How much GST applies to Benzyl Alcohol?

Under HSN 29062100, Benzyl Alcohol attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Benzyl Alcohol?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Benzyl Alcohol?

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 Benzyl Alcohol?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29062100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹302 Cr (−7.77% YoY) — 0.0082% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹36 Cr (+31.02% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹266 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #983 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2906: 11.74% of its exports; import side 1.45%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2906: #2 of 11 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 2.49% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1434 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +61.42% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2906: 11.74% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29062100

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. 2906 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2906 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 260.82 | 0.0114% | — | 7.39% | 17.55 | 0.0005% | — | 2.51% | +243.27 | #1094 |
| FY 2019-20 | 199.40 | 0.0091% | −23.55% | 5.63% | 17.31 | 0.0005% | −1.37% | 1.92% | +182.09 | #1331 |
| FY 2020-21 | 231.24 | 0.0108% | +15.97% | 7.05% | 19.08 | 0.0007% | +10.23% | 1.74% | +212.16 | #1228 |
| FY 2021-22 | 373.27 | 0.0119% | +61.42% | 10.95% | 14.67 | 0.0003% | −23.11% | 1.27% | +358.60 | #1091 |
| FY 2022-23 | 359.85 | 0.0099% | −3.60% | 13.48% | 18.59 | 0.0003% | +26.72% | 1.34% | +341.26 | #1175 |
| FY 2023-24 | 327.77 | 0.0091% | −8.91% | 12.99% | 27.79 | 0.0005% | +49.49% | 1.47% | +299.98 | #1312 |
| FY 2024-25 | 302.31 | 0.0082% | −7.77% | 11.74% | 36.41 | 0.0006% | +31.02% | 1.45% | +265.90 | #1434 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 2.49%/yr, imports 12.93%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29062100 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 2.49% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29062100 have grown at a compound annual rate of 2.49% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹260.82 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹302.31 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29062100 ranked #1434 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29062100 ranks #1434 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2906, it ranks #2 of 11. By trade surplus, it ranks #983 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29062100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29062100 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 61.42% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹265.90 Crore in HSN Code 29062100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹302.31 Cr exceeded imports of ₹36.41 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹265.90 Crore — ranking #983 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.93% CAGR signals rising demand for Benzyl Alcohol

India's imports under HSN Code 29062100 have grown at 12.93% CAGR, reaching ₹36.41 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29062100 contributes 11.74% of Sub-Chapter 2906 exports — ranked #2

Among the 11 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2906, HSN Code 29062100 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 11.74% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.45% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2906

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29061990: Cyclanic or cyclenic, other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29061990/) | ₹539 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 29062100: Benzyl Alcohol (this hsn code) | ₹302 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 29062990: Other Aromatic Alcohols](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29062990/) | ₹301 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29062920: Phenylethyl Alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29062920/) | ₹72 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29061390: Sterols and inositols](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29061390/) | ₹29 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29061310: Cholesterol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29061310/) | ₹16 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29062910: Cinnamic Alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29062910/) | ₹13 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 29061910: Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic: Borneol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29061910/) | ₹7 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29061200: Cyclohexanol & Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29061200/) | ₹4 Cr |
| — | [HSN Code 29061100: Menthol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29061100/) | Nil |