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# HSN Code 29161960: Sorbic acid: SorbicPure

- [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 : Sorbic acid | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29161960 ?

It includes Sorbic acid: SorbicPure

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Sorbic acid: SorbicPure is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Sorbic acid: SorbicPure?

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

### How much GST applies to Sorbic acid: SorbicPure?

Under HSN 29161960, Sorbic acid: SorbicPure attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Sorbic acid: SorbicPure?

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 Sorbic acid: SorbicPure?

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 29161960 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹29 Cr (−8.64% YoY) — 0.0008% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹36 Cr (+13.62% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹6 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8768 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2916: 1.00% of its exports; import side 0.42%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2916: #15 of 37 by export value; import-side #15

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 167.65% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4358 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +40,812.50% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2916: 1.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29161960

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% | 18.81 | 0.0005% | — | 0.31% | −18.73 | #9301 |
| FY 2019-20 | 32.73 | 0.0015% | +40,812.50% | 1.85% | 17.90 | 0.0005% | −4.84% | 0.32% | +14.83 | #3488 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −98.14% | 0.03% | 19.06 | 0.0007% | +6.48% | 0.32% | −18.45 | #8092 |
| FY 2021-22 | 25.00 | 0.0008% | +3,998.36% | 0.87% | 41.81 | 0.0009% | +119.36% | 0.37% | −16.81 | #4293 |
| FY 2022-23 | 36.25 | 0.0010% | +45.00% | 1.02% | 51.88 | 0.0009% | +24.09% | 0.59% | −15.63 | #3910 |
| FY 2023-24 | 32.19 | 0.0009% | −11.20% | 1.08% | 31.58 | 0.0006% | −39.13% | 0.45% | +0.61 | #4143 |
| FY 2024-25 | 29.41 | 0.0008% | −8.64% | 1.00% | 35.88 | 0.0006% | +13.62% | 0.42% | −6.47 | #4358 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 167.65%/yr, imports 11.36%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29161960 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 167.65% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29161960 have grown at a compound annual rate of 167.65% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.08 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹29.41 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29161960 ranked #4358 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29161960 ranks #4358 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2916, it ranks #15 of 37. By trade surplus, it ranks #8768 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29161960 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29161960 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 40,812.50% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹6.47 Crore in HSN Code 29161960 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹35.88 Cr exceeded exports of ₹29.41 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹6.47 Crore — ranking #8768 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 11.36% CAGR signals rising demand for Sorbic acid: SorbicPure

India's imports under HSN Code 29161960 have grown at 11.36% CAGR, reaching ₹35.88 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29161960 contributes 1.00% of Sub-Chapter 2916 exports — ranked #15

Among the 37 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2916, HSN Code 29161960 ranks #15 by export value — accounting for 1.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.42% share (rank #15).

## 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 |
| #15 | HSN Code 29161960: Sorbic acid: SorbicPure (this hsn code) | ₹29 Cr |