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# HSN Code 32029020: Other Tanning Preparations

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Tanning preparations, whether or not containing natural tanning substances | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 32029020 ?

It includes Other Tanning Preparations

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Tanning Preparations?

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 Other Tanning Preparations is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Other Tanning Preparations?

Under HSN 32029020, Other Tanning Preparations attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Tanning Preparations?

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 Other Tanning Preparations?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Tanning Preparations?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 32029020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹37 Cr (−11.55% YoY) — 0.0010% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹5 Cr (−63.92% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹32 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2472 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3202: 12.89% of its exports; import side 3.58%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3202: #2 of 5 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -2.47% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4026 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +34.20% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3202: 12.89% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 32029020

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 | 42.89 | 0.0019% | — | 8.45% | 29.40 | 0.0008% | — | 14.40% | +13.49 | #3105 |
| FY 2019-20 | 47.14 | 0.0021% | +9.91% | 10.41% | 20.45 | 0.0006% | −30.44% | 12.01% | +26.69 | #2963 |
| FY 2020-21 | 34.50 | 0.0016% | −26.81% | 9.95% | 9.07 | 0.0003% | −55.65% | 7.96% | +25.43 | #3458 |
| FY 2021-22 | 46.30 | 0.0015% | +34.20% | 14.78% | 16.82 | 0.0004% | +85.45% | 10.19% | +29.48 | #3467 |
| FY 2022-23 | 39.33 | 0.0011% | −15.05% | 14.02% | 10.64 | 0.0002% | −36.74% | 7.08% | +28.69 | #3801 |
| FY 2023-24 | 41.73 | 0.0012% | +6.10% | 13.30% | 12.50 | 0.0002% | +17.48% | 8.93% | +29.23 | #3780 |
| FY 2024-25 | 36.91 | 0.0010% | −11.55% | 12.89% | 4.51 | 0.0001% | −63.92% | 3.58% | +32.40 | #4026 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -2.47%/yr, imports -26.83%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 32029020 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -2.47% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 32029020 have declined at a compound annual rate of -2.47% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹42.89 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹36.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32029020 ranked #4026 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 32029020 ranks #4026 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3202, it ranks #2 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #2472 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 32029020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 32029020 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 34.20% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹32.40 Crore in HSN Code 32029020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹36.91 Cr exceeded imports of ₹4.51 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹32.40 Crore — ranking #2472 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -26.83% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Tanning Preparations

India's imports under HSN Code 32029020 have grown at -26.83% CAGR, reaching ₹4.51 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32029020 contributes 12.89% of Sub-Chapter 3202 exports — ranked #2

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3202, HSN Code 32029020 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 12.89% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.58% share (rank #4).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32021000/) | ₹226 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 32029020: Other Tanning Preparations (this hsn code) | ₹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 |