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HSN Code 29309070: Mercaptan

HSN Code 29309070 represents Mercaptan under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Mercaptan correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 29309070, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Mercaptan.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 29309070

HSN Code 29309070 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:

  • 29309017 – Mercaptan (Thiol), Organo-Sulphur Compound

Description of Goods

Other :Mercaptan

Chapter

29 - Organic chemicals

Sub Chapter

2930 - Organo-sulphur compounds

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 29309070 not include?

Mercaptan 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 29309040

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

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 29309070 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 29309070 in FY 2025-26. Trade in the goods carved out of it is recorded under 29309017. Figures for FY 2024-25 and earlier years are in the table below.

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 29309070

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 #5379

Balance

−106.23

Exports

7.38 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

— YoY

0.93% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

113.61 ₹ Cr

0.0032% share

— YoY

5.51% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #5683

Balance

−61.12

Exports

5.75 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−22.09% YoY

0.54% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

66.87 ₹ Cr

0.0020% share

−41.14% YoY

3.65% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #4490

Balance

−53.38

Exports

16.10 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

+180.00% YoY

0.97% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

69.48 ₹ Cr

0.0024% share

+3.90% YoY

2.96% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #6039

Balance

−95.03

Exports

6.46 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−59.88% YoY

0.34% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

101.49 ₹ Cr

0.0022% share

+46.07% YoY

3.26% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #5330

Balance

−128.80

Exports

12.63 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+95.51% YoY

0.60% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

141.43 ₹ Cr

0.0025% share

+39.35% YoY

4.05% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #5819

Balance

−125.07

Exports

9.32 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−26.21% YoY

0.42% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

134.39 ₹ Cr

0.0024% share

−4.98% YoY

3.99% of Sub-Ch. 2930

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #5352

Balance

−106.91

Exports

14.04 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+50.64% YoY

0.59% of Sub-Ch. 2930

Imports

120.95 ₹ Cr

0.0020% share

−10.00% YoY

3.26% 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 29309070 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 29309070 ?

It includes Mercaptan

How should mixed supplies be billed when Other /Mercaptan is sold with other items?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Other /Mercaptan?

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 Other /Mercaptan?

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 Other /Mercaptan?

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 Other /Mercaptan?

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.

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