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# HSN Code 29161990: Other unsaturated monocarboxylic acids: Unsat Acid 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 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 : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29161990 ?

It includes Other unsaturated monocarboxylic acids: Unsat Acid Other

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other unsaturated monocarboxylic acids: Unsat Acid 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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other unsaturated monocarboxylic acids: Unsat Acid Other is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other unsaturated monocarboxylic acids: Unsat Acid Other; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other unsaturated monocarboxylic acids: Unsat Acid Other?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Other unsaturated monocarboxylic acids: Unsat Acid Other?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other unsaturated monocarboxylic acids: Unsat Acid 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29161990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹92 Cr (−10.14% YoY) — 0.0025% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹462 Cr (+84.35% YoY) — 0.0076% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹370 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11710 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2916: 3.13% of its exports; import side 5.39%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2916: #9 of 37 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -19.52% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2778 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +0.89% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2916: 3.13% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29161990

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 | 338.34 | 0.0148% | — | 19.66% | 263.57 | 0.0074% | — | 4.33% | +74.77 | #909 |
| FY 2019-20 | 241.69 | 0.0110% | −28.57% | 13.66% | 338.05 | 0.0101% | +28.26% | 6.11% | −96.36 | #1162 |
| FY 2020-21 | 125.07 | 0.0058% | −48.25% | 6.49% | 295.29 | 0.0101% | −12.65% | 5.02% | −170.22 | #1842 |
| FY 2021-22 | 126.18 | 0.0040% | +0.89% | 4.41% | 525.44 | 0.0115% | +77.94% | 4.65% | −399.26 | #2141 |
| FY 2022-23 | 101.55 | 0.0028% | −19.52% | 2.86% | 597.00 | 0.0104% | +13.62% | 6.78% | −495.45 | #2506 |
| FY 2023-24 | 102.31 | 0.0028% | +0.75% | 3.44% | 250.71 | 0.0045% | −58.01% | 3.57% | −148.40 | #2551 |
| FY 2024-25 | 91.94 | 0.0025% | −10.14% | 3.13% | 462.19 | 0.0076% | +84.35% | 5.39% | −370.25 | #2778 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -19.52%/yr, imports 9.81%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29161990 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -19.52% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29161990 have declined at a compound annual rate of -19.52% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹338.34 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹91.94 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29161990 ranked #2778 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29161990 ranks #2778 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2916, it ranks #9 of 37. By trade surplus, it ranks #11710 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29161990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29161990 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 0.89% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹370.25 Crore in HSN Code 29161990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹462.19 Cr exceeded exports of ₹91.94 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹370.25 Crore — ranking #11710 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.81% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other unsaturated monocarboxylic acids: Unsat Acid Other

India's imports under HSN Code 29161990 have grown at 9.81% CAGR, reaching ₹462.19 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29161990 contributes 3.13% of Sub-Chapter 2916 exports — ranked #9

Among the 37 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2916, HSN Code 29161990 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 3.13% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 5.39% share (rank #6).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹92 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29163200: Benzoyl Peroxide & Benzoyl Chloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29163200/) | ₹88 Cr |