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# HSN Code 29121990: Aldehydes, Other

- [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 :Other : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29121990 ?

It includes Aldehydes, Other

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

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 Aldehydes, Other?

Under HSN 29121990, Aldehydes, Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Aldehydes, Other?

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 Aldehydes, Other?

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 Aldehydes, Other is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29121990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹526 Cr (+27.21% YoY) — 0.0143% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹620 Cr (+25.97% YoY) — 0.0102% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹94 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10763 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2912: 27.19% of its exports; import side 31.83%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2912: #1 of 22 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 19.12% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #974 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +27.90% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2912: 27.19% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29121990

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 | 184.03 | 0.0081% | — | 17.96% | 407.38 | 0.0114% | — | 27.11% | −223.35 | #1389 |
| FY 2019-20 | 235.38 | 0.0107% | +27.90% | 21.49% | 439.18 | 0.0131% | +7.81% | 28.29% | −203.80 | #1189 |
| FY 2020-21 | 286.17 | 0.0133% | +21.58% | 24.70% | 471.18 | 0.0162% | +7.29% | 25.77% | −185.01 | #1061 |
| FY 2021-22 | 303.97 | 0.0097% | +6.22% | 22.81% | 568.46 | 0.0124% | +20.65% | 27.13% | −264.49 | #1283 |
| FY 2022-23 | 325.41 | 0.0090% | +7.05% | 22.14% | 516.79 | 0.0090% | −9.09% | 23.89% | −191.38 | #1261 |
| FY 2023-24 | 413.27 | 0.0114% | +27.00% | 26.76% | 492.13 | 0.0088% | −4.77% | 27.75% | −78.86 | #1123 |
| FY 2024-25 | 525.72 | 0.0143% | +27.21% | 27.19% | 619.94 | 0.0102% | +25.97% | 31.83% | −94.22 | #974 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 19.12%/yr, imports 7.25%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29121990 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 19.12% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29121990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 19.12% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹184.03 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹525.72 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29121990 ranked #974 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29121990 ranks #974 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2912, it ranks #1 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #10763 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29121990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29121990 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 27.90% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹94.22 Crore in HSN Code 29121990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹619.94 Cr exceeded exports of ₹525.72 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹94.22 Crore — ranking #10763 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 7.25% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Aldehydes, Other

India's imports under HSN Code 29121990 have grown at 7.25% CAGR, reaching ₹619.94 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29121990 contributes 27.19% of Sub-Chapter 2912 exports — ranked #1

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2912, HSN Code 29121990 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 27.19% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 31.83% share (rank #1).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |