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# HSN Code 29171950: Fumaric acid

- [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 2917: Polycarboxylic Acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2917/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives:Other : Fumaric acid | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29171950 ?

It includes Fumaric acid

### Any common misclassification issue with Fumaric acid?

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 Fumaric acid?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Fumaric acid?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Fumaric acid?

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 much GST applies to Fumaric acid?

Under HSN 29171950, Fumaric acid attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Fumaric acid is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29171950 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹73 Cr (−5.07% YoY) — 0.0020% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹31 Cr (+29.20% YoY) — 0.0005% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹42 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2281 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2917: 3.06% of its exports; import side 0.16%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2917: #8 of 33 by export value; import-side #17

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 9.09% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3083 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +68.44% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2917: 3.06% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29171950

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. 2917 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2917 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 43.47 | 0.0019% | — | 1.59% | 13.31 | 0.0004% | — | 0.17% | +30.16 | #3075 |
| FY 2019-20 | 36.10 | 0.0016% | −16.95% | 1.70% | 14.64 | 0.0004% | +9.99% | 0.18% | +21.46 | #3342 |
| FY 2020-21 | 36.63 | 0.0017% | +1.47% | 1.92% | 9.11 | 0.0003% | −37.77% | 0.16% | +27.52 | #3384 |
| FY 2021-22 | 61.70 | 0.0020% | +68.44% | 2.30% | 22.70 | 0.0005% | +149.18% | 0.17% | +39.00 | #3072 |
| FY 2022-23 | 76.19 | 0.0021% | +23.48% | 3.12% | 18.53 | 0.0003% | −18.37% | 0.11% | +57.66 | #2914 |
| FY 2023-24 | 77.18 | 0.0021% | +1.30% | 3.12% | 24.01 | 0.0004% | +29.57% | 0.15% | +53.17 | #2923 |
| FY 2024-25 | 73.27 | 0.0020% | −5.07% | 3.06% | 31.02 | 0.0005% | +29.20% | 0.16% | +42.25 | #3083 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 9.09%/yr, imports 15.14%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29171950 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 9.09% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29171950 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.09% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹43.47 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹73.27 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29171950 ranked #3083 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29171950 ranks #3083 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2917, it ranks #8 of 33. By trade surplus, it ranks #2281 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29171950 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29171950 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 68.44% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹42.25 Crore in HSN Code 29171950 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹73.27 Cr exceeded imports of ₹31.02 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹42.25 Crore — ranking #2281 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 15.14% CAGR signals rising demand for Fumaric acid

India's imports under HSN Code 29171950 have grown at 15.14% CAGR, reaching ₹31.02 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29171950 contributes 3.06% of Sub-Chapter 2917 exports — ranked #8

Among the 33 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2917, HSN Code 29171950 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 3.06% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.16% share (rank #17).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2917

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29173990: Other Aromatic Polycarboxylic Acids](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29173990/) | ₹744 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 29173400: Other Esters of Orthophthalic Acid](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29173400/) | ₹230 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 29171310: Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, Azelaic acid, Sebacic acid](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29171310/) | ₹222 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29173500: Phthalic Anhydride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29173500/) | ₹197 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29171990: Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29171990/) | ₹148 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29173940: Dimethyl Phthalate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29173940/) | ₹95 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29173960: Isophthalic Acid](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29173960/) | ₹89 Cr |
| #8 | HSN Code 29171950: Fumaric acid (this hsn code) | ₹73 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29171940: Ferrous Fumarate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29171940/) | ₹73 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29173910: Dibutyl Phthalate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29173910/) | ₹69 Cr |