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# HSN Code 29304000: Methionine

- [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 2930: Organo-sulphur compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2930/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Methionine | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29304000 ?

It includes Methionine

### Any common misclassification issue with Methionine?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Methionine?

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 Methionine?

Under HSN 29304000, Methionine attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Methionine?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Methionine?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29304000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3 Cr (−53.88% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,476 Cr (+26.00% YoY) — 0.0243% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,473 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12342 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2930: 0.12% of its exports; import side 39.82%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2930: #11 of 28 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 13.63% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7206 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +278.43% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2930: 0.12% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29304000

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. 2930 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2930 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.38 | 0.0001% | — | 0.17% | 716.53 | 0.0200% | — | 34.76% | −715.15 | #7316 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.02 | 0.0000% | −26.09% | 0.10% | 611.61 | 0.0183% | −14.64% | 33.38% | −610.59 | #7602 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.86 | 0.0002% | +278.43% | 0.23% | 755.83 | 0.0259% | +23.58% | 32.19% | −751.97 | #6242 |
| FY 2021-22 | 4.89 | 0.0002% | +26.68% | 0.26% | 1,081.10 | 0.0237% | +43.03% | 34.74% | −1,076.21 | #6377 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.93 | 0.0001% | −60.53% | 0.09% | 1,146.95 | 0.0199% | +6.09% | 32.84% | −1,145.02 | #7471 |
| FY 2023-24 | 6.44 | 0.0002% | +233.68% | 0.29% | 1,171.16 | 0.0209% | +2.11% | 34.76% | −1,164.72 | #6259 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.97 | 0.0001% | −53.88% | 0.12% | 1,475.69 | 0.0243% | +26.00% | 39.82% | −1,472.72 | #7206 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 13.63%/yr, imports 12.80%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29304000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 13.63% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29304000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 13.63% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.38 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.97 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29304000 ranked #7206 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29304000 ranks #7206 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2930, it ranks #11 of 28. By trade surplus, it ranks #12342 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29304000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29304000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 278.43% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,472.72 Crore in HSN Code 29304000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,475.69 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.97 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,472.72 Crore — ranking #12342 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.80% CAGR signals rising demand for Methionine

India's imports under HSN Code 29304000 have grown at 12.80% CAGR, reaching ₹1,475.69 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29304000 contributes 0.12% of Sub-Chapter 2930 exports — ranked #11

Among the 28 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2930, HSN Code 29304000 ranks #11 by export value — accounting for 0.12% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 39.82% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2930

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29309099: Other \|Other \|Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29309099/) | ₹1,439 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 29309091: Other \|Other \|Ethanol, 2,2′-Thiobis-](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29309091/) | ₹425 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 29309098: Other \| Table Knives Having Fixed Blades](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29309098/) | ₹343 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29302090: Organosulphur compounds captafol iso and methamidophos iso](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29302090/) | ₹57 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29303000: Thiuram Mono-, Di Or Tetrasulphides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29303000/) | ₹43 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29309040: L-Cystine](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29309040/) | ₹41 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29309060: Other \|Sulphoxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29309060/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 29309070: Other \|Mercaptan](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29309070/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29309010: Other \|Thiourea (Sulphourea)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29309010/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29309080: Other \| Allyl Isothiocyanate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29309080/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #11 | HSN Code 29304000: Methionine (this hsn code) | ₹3 Cr |