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# HSN Code 29121200: Acetaldehyde (Ethanal)

- [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 2912: Aldehydes & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2912/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Acyclic aldehydes without other oxygen function : Ethanal (acetaldehyde) | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29121200 ?

It includes Acetaldehyde (Ethanal)

### How much GST applies to Acetaldehyde (Ethanal)?

Under HSN 29121200, Acetaldehyde (Ethanal) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Acetaldehyde (Ethanal)?

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 Acetaldehyde (Ethanal) is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Acetaldehyde (Ethanal)?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Acetaldehyde (Ethanal)?

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 Acetaldehyde (Ethanal)?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29121200 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹19 Cr (+508.28% YoY) — 0.0005% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹3 Cr (−27.86% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹16 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #3003 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2912: 0.99% of its exports; import side 0.17%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2912: #13 of 22 by export value; import-side #13

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 13.11% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4946 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +508.28% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2912: 0.99% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29121200

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. 2912 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2912 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 9.12 | 0.0004% | — | 0.89% | 2.75 | 0.0001% | — | 0.18% | +6.37 | #5092 |
| FY 2019-20 | 8.93 | 0.0004% | −2.08% | 0.82% | 3.75 | 0.0001% | +36.36% | 0.24% | +5.18 | #5161 |
| FY 2020-21 | 6.92 | 0.0003% | −22.51% | 0.60% | 5.68 | 0.0002% | +51.47% | 0.31% | +1.24 | #5537 |
| FY 2021-22 | 8.12 | 0.0003% | +17.34% | 0.61% | 4.97 | 0.0001% | −12.50% | 0.24% | +3.15 | #5746 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.75 | 0.0000% | −78.45% | 0.12% | 4.54 | 0.0001% | −8.65% | 0.21% | −2.79 | #7568 |
| FY 2023-24 | 3.14 | 0.0001% | +79.43% | 0.20% | 4.63 | 0.0001% | +1.98% | 0.26% | −1.49 | #7090 |
| FY 2024-25 | 19.10 | 0.0005% | +508.28% | 0.99% | 3.34 | 0.0001% | −27.86% | 0.17% | +15.76 | #4946 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 13.11%/yr, imports 3.29%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29121200 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 13.11% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29121200 have grown at a compound annual rate of 13.11% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹9.12 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹19.10 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29121200 ranked #4946 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29121200 ranks #4946 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2912, it ranks #13 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #3003 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29121200 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29121200 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 508.28% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹15.76 Crore in HSN Code 29121200 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹19.10 Cr exceeded imports of ₹3.34 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹15.76 Crore — ranking #3003 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 3.29% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Acetaldehyde (Ethanal)

India's imports under HSN Code 29121200 have grown at 3.29% CAGR, reaching ₹3.34 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29121200 contributes 0.99% of Sub-Chapter 2912 exports — ranked #13

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2912, HSN Code 29121200 ranks #13 by export value — accounting for 0.99% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.17% share (rank #13).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2912

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29121990: Aldehydes, Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29121990/) | ₹526 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 29122990: Other Cyclic Aldehydes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29122990/) | ₹520 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 29124910: Aldehyde-alcohols, Anisic aldehyde](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29124910/) | ₹297 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29124100: Aldehyde-alcohols, Vanillin (4-hydroxy-3methoxy benzaldehyde)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29124100/) | ₹149 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29122910: Cinnamic Aldehyde](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29122910/) | ₹109 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29122930: Hexyl Cinnamic Aldehyde](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29122930/) | ₹66 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29122100: Cyclic aldehydes: Benzaldehyde](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29122100/) | ₹62 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 29121100: Formaldehyde (Methanal)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29121100/) | ₹58 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29126000: Paraformaldehyde](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29126000/) | ₹32 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29124200: Aldehyde-alcohols, Ethylvanillin (3-ethoxy-4-hydroxy-benzaldehyde)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29124200/) | ₹29 Cr |
| #13 | HSN Code 29121200: Acetaldehyde (Ethanal) (this hsn code) | ₹19 Cr |