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# HSN Code 29332920: Imidazole compounds: Metronidazole

- [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 2933: Heterocyclic nitrogen compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2933/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Compounds containing an unfused imidazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure :Other :Metronidazole, metronidiazole benzoat | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29332920 ?

It includes Imidazole compounds: Metronidazole

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Imidazole compounds: Metronidazole is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Imidazole compounds: Metronidazole?

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 Imidazole compounds: Metronidazole?

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 Imidazole compounds: Metronidazole?

Under HSN 29332920, Imidazole compounds: Metronidazole attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Imidazole compounds: Metronidazole?

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 29332920 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹144 Cr (−4.96% YoY) — 0.0039% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹92 Cr (+29.22% YoY) — 0.0015% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹52 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2132 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2933: 0.39% of its exports; import side 0.47%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2933: #14 of 95 by export value; import-side #15

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 3.58% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2209 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +30.75% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2933: 0.39% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29332920

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. 2933 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2933 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 116.48 | 0.0051% | — | 0.68% | 63.44 | 0.0018% | — | 0.44% | +53.04 | #1845 |
| FY 2019-20 | 93.65 | 0.0043% | −19.60% | 0.49% | 47.96 | 0.0014% | −24.40% | 0.35% | +45.69 | #2083 |
| FY 2020-21 | 122.45 | 0.0057% | +30.75% | 0.52% | 31.76 | 0.0011% | −33.78% | 0.19% | +90.69 | #1860 |
| FY 2021-22 | 139.25 | 0.0044% | +13.72% | 0.49% | 42.46 | 0.0009% | +33.69% | 0.22% | +96.79 | #2023 |
| FY 2022-23 | 157.92 | 0.0044% | +13.41% | 0.50% | 120.41 | 0.0021% | +183.58% | 0.56% | +37.51 | #1991 |
| FY 2023-24 | 151.38 | 0.0042% | −4.14% | 0.36% | 71.43 | 0.0013% | −40.68% | 0.20% | +79.95 | #2096 |
| FY 2024-25 | 143.87 | 0.0039% | −4.96% | 0.39% | 92.30 | 0.0015% | +29.22% | 0.47% | +51.57 | #2209 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 3.58%/yr, imports 6.45%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29332920 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 3.58% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29332920 have grown at a compound annual rate of 3.58% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹116.48 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹143.87 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29332920 ranked #2209 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29332920 ranks #2209 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2933, it ranks #14 of 95. By trade surplus, it ranks #2132 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29332920 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29332920 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 30.75% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹51.57 Crore in HSN Code 29332920 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹143.87 Cr exceeded imports of ₹92.30 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹51.57 Crore — ranking #2132 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 6.45% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Imidazole compounds: Metronidazole

India's imports under HSN Code 29332920 have grown at 6.45% CAGR, reaching ₹92.30 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29332920 contributes 0.39% of Sub-Chapter 2933 exports — ranked #14

Among the 95 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2933, HSN Code 29332920 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 0.39% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.47% share (rank #15).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2933

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29339990: Other \|Other \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29339990/) | ₹12,700 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 29333990: Other Pyridine Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29333990/) | ₹7,256 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 29335990: Pyrimidine/piperazine compounds: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29335990/) | ₹4,482 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29331999: Pyrazole compounds: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29331999/) | ₹2,638 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29332990: Imidazole compounds: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29332990/) | ₹1,791 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29333929: 1-azabicyclo(2,2,2)octan-3-ol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29333929/) | ₹1,538 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29337990: Lactams \|Other Lactams](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29337990/) | ₹1,536 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 29334900: Other quinoline or isoquinoline compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29334900/) | ₹1,310 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29333100: Pyridine And Its Salts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29333100/) | ₹1,169 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29336990: Other compounds with unfused triazine ring](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29336990/) | ₹624 Cr |
| #14 | HSN Code 29332920: Imidazole compounds: Metronidazole (this hsn code) | ₹144 Cr |