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# HSN Code 29394300: Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN)

- [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 2939: Vegetable alkaloids & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2939/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Alkaloids of ephedra and their derivatives;salts thereof: Cathine (INN) and its salts | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29394300 ?

It includes Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN)

### How much GST applies to Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN)?

Under HSN 29394300, Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN)?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN)?

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 Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN)?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN)?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29394300 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (−35.76% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−50.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹2 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #4205 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2939: 0.08% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2939: #16 of 41 by export value; import-side #20

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -25.91% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7550 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +124.01% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2939: 0.08% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29394300

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. 2939 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2939 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 12.82 | 0.0006% | — | 0.83% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +12.82 | #4700 |
| FY 2019-20 | 15.48 | 0.0007% | +20.75% | 0.93% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.21% | +14.66 | #4456 |
| FY 2020-21 | 11.78 | 0.0005% | −23.90% | 0.66% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +11.78 | #4859 |
| FY 2021-22 | 8.62 | 0.0003% | −26.83% | 0.41% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +8.62 | #5682 |
| FY 2022-23 | 19.31 | 0.0005% | +124.01% | 0.79% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +19.31 | #4718 |
| FY 2023-24 | 3.30 | 0.0001% | −82.91% | 0.14% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +3.28 | #7035 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.12 | 0.0001% | −35.76% | 0.08% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −50.00% | 0.00% | +2.11 | #7550 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -25.91%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29394300 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -25.91% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 29394300 have declined at a compound annual rate of -25.91% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹12.82 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.12 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 29394300 ranked #7550 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 29394300 ranks #7550 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2939, it ranks #16 of 41. By trade surplus, it ranks #4205 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 29394300 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 29394300 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 124.01% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹2.11 Crore in HSN Code 29394300 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹2.12 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.01 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹2.11 Crore — ranking #4205 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 29394300 contributes 0.08% of Sub-Chapter 2939 exports — ranked #16

Among the 41 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2939, HSN Code 29394300 ranks #16 by export value — accounting for 0.08% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share (rank #20).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2939

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 29397900: Other, Of Vegetal Origin\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29397900/) | ₹1,006 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 29393000: Caffeine and its salts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29393000/) | ₹504 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 29395900: Other Heterocyclic Polycyclic Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29395900/) | ₹310 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 29391900: Vegetable Alkaloids & Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29391900/) | ₹268 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 29394200: Alkaloids of ephedra, Pseudoephedrine (INN)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29394200/) | ₹238 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 29398000: Other Synthesis Alkaloid Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29398000/) | ₹141 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 29392090: Cinchona alkaloids](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29392090/) | ₹71 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 29396900: Alkaloids](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29396900/) | ₹24 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 29394900: Alkaloids of ephedra, derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29394900/) | ₹24 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 29394400: Alkaloids of ephedra, Norephedrine and its salts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29394400/) | ₹24 Cr |
| #16 | HSN Code 29394300: Alkaloids of ephedra, Cathine (INN) (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |