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# HSN Code 32021000: Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances

- [Section 06: Guide to HSN Section 06](https://busy.in/hsn/section-06/)
- [Chapter 32: Tanning or Dyeing Extracts; Dyes, Pigments and Other Colouring Matter](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-32/)
- [Sub-chapter 3202: Synthetic tanning substances](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3202/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Synthetic organic tanning substances | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 32021000 ?

It includes Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances?

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

### How much GST applies to Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances?

Under HSN 32021000, Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances?

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 32021000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹226 Cr (−6.75% YoY) — 0.0061% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹95 Cr (−1.22% YoY) — 0.0016% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹131 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1415 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3202: 78.77% of its exports; import side 75.28%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3202: #1 of 5 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -0.50% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1713 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +27.60% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3202: 78.77% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 32021000

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. 3202 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3202 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 232.45 | 0.0102% | — | 45.79% | 116.25 | 0.0032% | — | 56.95% | +116.20 | #1192 |
| FY 2019-20 | 212.48 | 0.0097% | −8.59% | 46.91% | 98.26 | 0.0029% | −15.48% | 57.72% | +114.22 | #1268 |
| FY 2020-21 | 181.18 | 0.0084% | −14.73% | 52.28% | 76.70 | 0.0026% | −21.94% | 67.28% | +104.48 | #1458 |
| FY 2021-22 | 231.18 | 0.0074% | +27.60% | 73.78% | 108.57 | 0.0024% | +41.55% | 65.80% | +122.61 | #1514 |
| FY 2022-23 | 210.71 | 0.0058% | −8.85% | 75.13% | 104.96 | 0.0018% | −3.33% | 69.88% | +105.75 | #1679 |
| FY 2023-24 | 241.95 | 0.0067% | +14.83% | 77.11% | 96.02 | 0.0017% | −8.52% | 68.62% | +145.93 | #1585 |
| FY 2024-25 | 225.62 | 0.0061% | −6.75% | 78.77% | 94.85 | 0.0016% | −1.22% | 75.28% | +130.77 | #1713 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -0.50%/yr, imports -3.33%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 32021000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -0.50% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 32021000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -0.50% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹232.45 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹225.62 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32021000 ranked #1713 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 32021000 ranks #1713 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3202, it ranks #1 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #1415 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 32021000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 32021000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 27.60% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹130.77 Crore in HSN Code 32021000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹225.62 Cr exceeded imports of ₹94.85 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹130.77 Crore — ranking #1415 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -3.33% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances

India's imports under HSN Code 32021000 have grown at -3.33% CAGR, reaching ₹94.85 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32021000 contributes 78.77% of Sub-Chapter 3202 exports — ranked #1

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3202, HSN Code 32021000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 78.77% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 75.28% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3202

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 32021000: Synthetic Organic Tanning Substances (this hsn code) | ₹226 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 32029020: Other Tanning Preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32029020/) | ₹37 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 32029030: Other : Enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32029030/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 32029090: Tanning preparations and enzymes for pre-tanning \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32029090/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 32029010: Other \| Inorganic Tanning Substances](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32029010/) | ₹7 Cr |