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# HSN Code 29396300: Alkaloids of rye ergot, Lysergic acid and its salts

- [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 rye ergot and their derivatives; salts thereof: Lysergic acid and its salts | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 29396300 ?

It includes Alkaloids of rye ergot, Lysergic acid and its salts

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Alkaloids of rye ergot, Lysergic acid and its salts?

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 Alkaloids of rye ergot, Lysergic acid and its salts?

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 Alkaloids of rye ergot, Lysergic acid and its salts?

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 Alkaloids of rye ergot, Lysergic acid and its salts?

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

### How much GST applies to Alkaloids of rye ergot, Lysergic acid and its salts?

Under HSN 29396300, Alkaloids of rye ergot, Lysergic acid and its salts attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 29396300 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #7344 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2939: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.01%

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 29396300

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 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.03% | −0.20 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | −0.09 | — |

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 29396300 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 29396300

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Alkaloids of rye ergot, Lysergic acid and its salts in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.09 Crore in HSN Code 29396300 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.09 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.09 Crore — ranking #7344 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

## 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 |
| — | HSN Code 29396300: Alkaloids of rye ergot, Lysergic acid and its salts (this hsn code) | Nil |