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# HSN Code 29161940: Sodium Salts (Unsat. Monoacids)

- [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 2916: Unsaturated acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2916/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids – their derivatives : Other :Sodium compounds of unsaturated acyclic monoacids | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29161940 ?

It includes Sodium Salts (Unsat. Monoacids)

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Sodium Salts (Unsat. Monoacids)?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Sodium Salts (Unsat. Monoacids)?

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 Sodium Salts (Unsat. Monoacids)?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Sodium Salts (Unsat. Monoacids)?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Sodium Salts (Unsat. Monoacids) is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29161940 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−33.33% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (+104.76% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #7847 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2916: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.01%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2916: #32 of 37 by export value; import-side #26

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -10.91% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #10305 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +350.00% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2916: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29161940

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. 2916 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2916 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | −0.27 | #9577 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −75.00% | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +0.01 | #9870 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +100.00% | 0.00% | 1.66 | 0.0001% | — | 0.03% | −1.64 | #9824 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +350.00% | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +0.09 | #9591 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −55.56% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | −0.52 | #9967 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −25.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −25.00% | 0.01% | −0.39 | #10223 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −33.33% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +104.76% | 0.01% | −0.84 | #10305 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -10.91%/yr, imports 18.54%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29161940 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -10.91% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29161940 have declined at a compound annual rate of -10.91% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹0.04 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.02 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29161940 ranked #10305 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29161940 ranks #10305 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2916, it ranks #32 of 37. By trade surplus, it ranks #7847 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29161940 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29161940 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 350.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.84 Crore in HSN Code 29161940 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.86 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.02 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.84 Crore — ranking #7847 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 18.54% CAGR signals rising demand for Sodium Salts (Unsat. Monoacids)

India's imports under HSN Code 29161940 have grown at 18.54% CAGR, reaching ₹0.86 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29161940 contributes 0.00% of Sub-Chapter 2916 exports — ranked #32

Among the 37 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2916, HSN Code 29161940 ranks #32 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.01% share (rank #26).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2916

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29163990: Other Aromatic Monoacids](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29163990/) | ₹760 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 29161970: Erucic acid: ErucicPure](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29161970/) | ₹524 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 29162090: Other Monocarboxylic Acids](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29162090/) | ₹299 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29163190: Other Benzoic Acid Esters](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29163190/) | ₹251 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29161590: Other Unsaturated Fatty Acids](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29161590/) | ₹213 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29162010: Cypermethric Acid Chloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29162010/) | ₹136 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29161950: Esters (Unsat. Monoacids, NES)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29161950/) | ₹131 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 29161290: Other Esters of Monohydric Alcohols](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29161290/) | ₹107 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29161990: Other unsaturated monocarboxylic acids: Unsat Acid Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29161990/) | ₹92 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29163200: Benzoyl Peroxide & Benzoyl Chloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29163200/) | ₹88 Cr |
| #32 | HSN Code 29161940: Sodium Salts (Unsat. Monoacids) (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |