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# HSN Code 29173500: Phthalic Anhydride

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Aromatic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives : Phthalic anhydride | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29173500 ?

It includes Phthalic Anhydride

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Phthalic Anhydride?

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 Phthalic Anhydride?

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 Phthalic Anhydride?

Under HSN 29173500, Phthalic Anhydride attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Phthalic Anhydride is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Phthalic Anhydride?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29173500 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹197 Cr (−31.01% YoY) — 0.0054% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹554 Cr (−23.60% YoY) — 0.0091% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹357 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11689 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2917: 8.21% of its exports; import side 2.93%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2917: #4 of 33 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.64% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1866 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +101.52% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2917: 8.21% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29173500

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 | 189.56 | 0.0083% | — | 6.94% | 1,074.77 | 0.0300% | — | 14.03% | −885.21 | #1365 |
| FY 2019-20 | 179.76 | 0.0082% | −5.17% | 8.48% | 1,100.39 | 0.0329% | +2.38% | 13.24% | −920.63 | #1413 |
| FY 2020-21 | 126.68 | 0.0059% | −29.53% | 6.65% | 808.87 | 0.0278% | −26.49% | 13.94% | −682.19 | #1827 |
| FY 2021-22 | 255.29 | 0.0081% | +101.52% | 9.50% | 916.99 | 0.0201% | +13.37% | 6.77% | −661.70 | #1416 |
| FY 2022-23 | 206.77 | 0.0057% | −19.01% | 8.46% | 881.82 | 0.0153% | −3.84% | 5.08% | −675.05 | #1703 |
| FY 2023-24 | 285.47 | 0.0079% | +38.06% | 11.55% | 725.52 | 0.0129% | −17.72% | 4.60% | −440.05 | #1428 |
| FY 2024-25 | 196.95 | 0.0054% | −31.01% | 8.21% | 554.27 | 0.0091% | −23.60% | 2.93% | −357.32 | #1866 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.64%/yr, imports -10.45%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29173500 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.64% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29173500 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.64% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹189.56 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹196.95 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29173500 ranked #1866 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29173500 ranks #1866 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2917, it ranks #4 of 33. By trade surplus, it ranks #11689 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29173500 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29173500 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 101.52% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹357.32 Crore in HSN Code 29173500 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹554.27 Cr exceeded exports of ₹196.95 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹357.32 Crore — ranking #11689 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -10.45% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Phthalic Anhydride

India's imports under HSN Code 29173500 have grown at -10.45% CAGR, reaching ₹554.27 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29173500 contributes 8.21% of Sub-Chapter 2917 exports — ranked #4

Among the 33 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2917, HSN Code 29173500 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 8.21% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.93% share (rank #6).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29171950/) | ₹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 |