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# HSN Code 29362700: Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Derivatives

- [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 :Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) and its derivatives | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29362700 ?

It includes Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Derivatives

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Derivatives is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Derivatives; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Derivatives?

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 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Derivatives?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Derivatives?

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 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Derivatives?

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 29362700 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹98 Cr (+31.67% YoY) — 0.0027% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹216 Cr (+0.31% YoY) — 0.0036% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹118 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10925 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2936: 3.94% of its exports; import side 11.71%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2936: #8 of 19 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 18.31% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2686 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +71.39% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2936: 3.94% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29362700

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 | 35.89 | 0.0016% | — | 2.46% | 85.94 | 0.0024% | — | 6.13% | −50.05 | #3340 |
| FY 2019-20 | 40.02 | 0.0018% | +11.51% | 2.38% | 56.22 | 0.0017% | −34.58% | 4.42% | −16.20 | #3208 |
| FY 2020-21 | 68.59 | 0.0032% | +71.39% | 3.57% | 314.82 | 0.0108% | +459.98% | 20.54% | −246.23 | #2500 |
| FY 2021-22 | 85.73 | 0.0027% | +24.99% | 3.80% | 223.18 | 0.0049% | −29.11% | 14.24% | −137.45 | #2623 |
| FY 2022-23 | 76.21 | 0.0021% | −11.10% | 3.82% | 323.02 | 0.0056% | +44.74% | 19.32% | −246.81 | #2912 |
| FY 2023-24 | 74.74 | 0.0021% | −1.93% | 3.88% | 215.79 | 0.0038% | −33.20% | 11.59% | −141.05 | #2971 |
| FY 2024-25 | 98.41 | 0.0027% | +31.67% | 3.94% | 216.45 | 0.0036% | +0.31% | 11.71% | −118.04 | #2686 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 18.31%/yr, imports 16.64%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29362700 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 18.31% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29362700 have grown at a compound annual rate of 18.31% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹35.89 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹98.41 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29362700 ranked #2686 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29362700 ranks #2686 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2936, it ranks #8 of 19. By trade surplus, it ranks #10925 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29362700 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29362700 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 71.39% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹118.04 Crore in HSN Code 29362700 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹216.45 Cr exceeded exports of ₹98.41 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹118.04 Crore — ranking #10925 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 16.64% CAGR signals rising demand for Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) & Derivatives

India's imports under HSN Code 29362700 have grown at 16.64% CAGR, reaching ₹216.45 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29362700 contributes 3.94% of Sub-Chapter 2936 exports — ranked #8

Among the 19 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2936, HSN Code 29362700 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 3.94% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 11.71% share (rank #3).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |