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# HSN Code 29362400: Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) & derivatives: Pantothenic B5

- [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 2936: Provitamins & vitamins, synthesized](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2936/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Vitamins and their derivatives, unmixed :D- or DL-Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B3 or Vitamin B5 ) and its derivatives | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29362400 ?

It includes Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) & derivatives: Pantothenic B5

### Any common misclassification issue with Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) & derivatives: Pantothenic B5?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) & derivatives: Pantothenic B5 is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) & derivatives: Pantothenic B5; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) & derivatives: Pantothenic B5?

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 Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) & derivatives: Pantothenic B5?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) & derivatives: Pantothenic B5?

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 29362400 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹8 Cr (+128.44% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹82 Cr (−22.13% YoY) — 0.0013% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹74 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10557 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2936: 0.31% of its exports; import side 4.43%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2936: #15 of 19 by export value; import-side #10

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 14.03% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6111 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +259.39% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2936: 0.31% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29362400

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. 2936 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2936 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 3.47 | 0.0002% | — | 0.24% | 63.16 | 0.0018% | — | 4.51% | −59.69 | #6300 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3.35 | 0.0002% | −3.46% | 0.20% | 73.06 | 0.0022% | +15.67% | 5.74% | −69.71 | #6324 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.97 | 0.0001% | −41.19% | 0.10% | 108.26 | 0.0037% | +48.18% | 7.06% | −106.29 | #7016 |
| FY 2021-22 | 7.08 | 0.0002% | +259.39% | 0.31% | 105.80 | 0.0023% | −2.27% | 6.75% | −98.72 | #5923 |
| FY 2022-23 | 9.97 | 0.0003% | +40.82% | 0.50% | 74.22 | 0.0013% | −29.85% | 4.44% | −64.25 | #5633 |
| FY 2023-24 | 3.34 | 0.0001% | −66.50% | 0.17% | 105.23 | 0.0019% | +41.78% | 5.65% | −101.89 | #7021 |
| FY 2024-25 | 7.63 | 0.0002% | +128.44% | 0.31% | 81.94 | 0.0013% | −22.13% | 4.43% | −74.31 | #6111 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 14.03%/yr, imports 4.43%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29362400 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 14.03% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29362400 have grown at a compound annual rate of 14.03% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3.47 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹7.63 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29362400 ranked #6111 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29362400 ranks #6111 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2936, it ranks #15 of 19. By trade surplus, it ranks #10557 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29362400 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29362400 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 259.39% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹74.31 Crore in HSN Code 29362400 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹81.94 Cr exceeded exports of ₹7.63 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹74.31 Crore — ranking #10557 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 4.43% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) & derivatives: Pantothenic B5

India's imports under HSN Code 29362400 have grown at 4.43% CAGR, reaching ₹81.94 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29362400 contributes 0.31% of Sub-Chapter 2936 exports — ranked #15

Among the 19 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2936, HSN Code 29362400 ranks #15 by export value — accounting for 0.31% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 4.43% share (rank #10).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2936

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29362920: Nicotinic acid/amide (Niacin): Niacin B3](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29362920/) | ₹772 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 29369000: Other, Including Natural Concentrates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29369000/) | ₹396 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 29362940: Other Alkaloids and Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29362940/) | ₹198 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29362990: Other Vitamins & Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29362990/) | ₹178 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29362100: Vitamin A & Derivatives, Unmixed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29362100/) | ₹177 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29362800: Vitamins and their derivatives, unmixed :Vitamin E and its derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29362800/) | ₹174 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29362290: Vitamin B1 and its derivatives :Vitamin B1 and its derivatives :Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29362290/) | ₹144 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 29362700: Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29362700/) | ₹98 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29362210: Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) & salts: Thiamine B1](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29362210/) | ₹95 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29362310: Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) & salts: Riboflavin B2](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29362310/) | ₹86 Cr |
| #15 | HSN Code 29362400: Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) & derivatives: Pantothenic B5 (this hsn code) | ₹8 Cr |