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HSN Code 29309040: L-Cystine

HSN Code 29309040 represents L-Cystine under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify L-Cystine correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 29309040, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of L-Cystine.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 29309040

HSN Code 29309040 relates to the following description.

From 1 May 2025 (Finance Act, 2025), this tariff item was carved out of this code. Goods covered by it are classified there from that date:

  • 29309014 – L-Cystine, Sulphur-Containing Amino Acid

Description of Goods

Other :L-cystine (alpha-amino beta-thiopropionic acid)-sulphur containing amino acid

Chapter

29 - Organic chemicals

Sub Chapter

2930 - Organo-sulphur compounds

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 29309040 not include?

L-Cystine does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 29309014

Other :L-cystine (alpha-amino beta-thiopropionic acid)-sulphur containing amino acid

HSN Code 29309029

Other :Other : Other O,O-Diethyl S-[2-(diethylamino)ethyl]phosphorothioate and its alkylated or protonated salts, excluding Phosphorothioic acid, S[2-(diethyl amino) ethyl] O,O-Diethyl ester (29309021)

HSN Code 29309039

Other :Other : Other N,N-dialkyl (methyl, ethyl, n-propyl or isopropyl) aminoethane-2-thiols and their protonated salts, excluding the hydrochlorides of 29309031 and 29309032

HSN Code 29309097

Other :Other :Phosphorothioic acid, S[2-(diethyl amino) ethyl] O O-Diethyl ester

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 29309040 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

No exports or imports were recorded under HSN Code 29309040 in FY 2025-26. Trade in the goods carved out of it is recorded under 29309014. Figures for FY 2024-25 and earlier years are in the table below.

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 29309040

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #1734

Balance

+21.01

Exports

129.10 ₹ Cr

0.0057% share

— YoY

16.21% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

108.09 ₹ Cr

0.0030% share

— YoY

5.24% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1576

Balance

+14.09

Exports

150.62 ₹ Cr

0.0068% share

+16.67% YoY

14.12% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

136.53 ₹ Cr

0.0041% share

+26.31% YoY

7.45% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1741

Balance

+11.92

Exports

137.89 ₹ Cr

0.0064% share

−8.45% YoY

8.30% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

125.97 ₹ Cr

0.0043% share

−7.73% YoY

5.37% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #3368

Balance

−103.29

Exports

49.58 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

−64.04% YoY

2.62% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

152.87 ₹ Cr

0.0033% share

+21.35% YoY

4.91% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #3333

Balance

−145.92

Exports

55.47 ₹ Cr

0.0015% share

+11.88% YoY

2.64% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

201.39 ₹ Cr

0.0035% share

+31.74% YoY

5.77% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #3810

Balance

−130.25

Exports

40.68 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

−26.66% YoY

1.81% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

170.93 ₹ Cr

0.0030% share

−15.12% YoY

5.07% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #3884

Balance

−116.68

Exports

41.24 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

+1.38% YoY

1.72% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

157.92 ₹ Cr

0.0026% share

−7.61% YoY

4.26% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2025-26

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Sub-Chapter 2930 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹4,637.24 Cr

Import

₹3,776.01 Cr

Trade Balance

+861.23

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 29309040 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 29309040 ?

It includes L-Cystine

Any common misclassification issue with L-Cystine?

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 L-Cystine?

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 L-Cystine?

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.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade L-Cystine?

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

How should mixed supplies be billed when L-Cystine is sold with other items?

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

How much GST applies to L-Cystine?

Under HSN 29309040, L-Cystine attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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