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# HSN Code 29163120: Benzyl Benzoate

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives : Benzoic acid, its salts and esters : Benzyl benzoate | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29163120 ?

It includes Benzyl Benzoate

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Benzyl Benzoate is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Benzyl Benzoate?

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 Benzyl Benzoate?

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 Benzyl Benzoate?

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 Benzyl Benzoate?

Under HSN 29163120, Benzyl Benzoate attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29163120 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹43 Cr (+57.52% YoY) — 0.0012% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹5 Cr (−35.82% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹38 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2360 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2916: 1.45% of its exports; import side 0.06%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2916: #13 of 37 by export value; import-side #19

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 20.61% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3848 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +103.24% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2916: 1.45% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29163120

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 | 13.85 | 0.0006% | — | 0.80% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | +13.22 | #4595 |
| FY 2019-20 | 13.92 | 0.0006% | +0.51% | 0.79% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +44.44% | 0.02% | +13.01 | #4590 |
| FY 2020-21 | 19.13 | 0.0009% | +37.43% | 0.99% | 3.82 | 0.0001% | +319.78% | 0.06% | +15.31 | #4247 |
| FY 2021-22 | 38.88 | 0.0012% | +103.24% | 1.36% | 6.70 | 0.0001% | +75.39% | 0.06% | +32.18 | #3717 |
| FY 2022-23 | 35.75 | 0.0010% | −8.05% | 1.01% | 4.88 | 0.0001% | −27.16% | 0.06% | +30.87 | #3929 |
| FY 2023-24 | 27.07 | 0.0007% | −24.28% | 0.91% | 7.90 | 0.0001% | +61.89% | 0.11% | +19.17 | #4375 |
| FY 2024-25 | 42.64 | 0.0012% | +57.52% | 1.45% | 5.07 | 0.0001% | −35.82% | 0.06% | +37.57 | #3848 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 20.61%/yr, imports 41.56%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29163120 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 20.61% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29163120 have grown at a compound annual rate of 20.61% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹13.85 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹42.64 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29163120 ranked #3848 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29163120 ranks #3848 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2916, it ranks #13 of 37. By trade surplus, it ranks #2360 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29163120 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29163120 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 103.24% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹37.57 Crore in HSN Code 29163120 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹42.64 Cr exceeded imports of ₹5.07 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹37.57 Crore — ranking #2360 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 41.56% CAGR signals rising demand for Benzyl Benzoate

India's imports under HSN Code 29163120 have grown at 41.56% CAGR, reaching ₹5.07 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29163120 contributes 1.45% of Sub-Chapter 2916 exports — ranked #13

Among the 37 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2916, HSN Code 29163120 ranks #13 by export value — accounting for 1.45% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.06% share (rank #19).

## 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 |
| #13 | HSN Code 29163120: Benzyl Benzoate (this hsn code) | ₹43 Cr |