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# HSN Code 32041231: Acid black 2

- [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 3204: Synthetic organic colouring matter](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3204/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in Note 3 to this Chapter : Acid dyes, whether or not premetallised,and preparations based thereon;mordant dyes and preparations based thereon : Acid black (non-azo) : Acid black 2 (nigrosine) | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 32041231 ?

It includes Acid black 2

### How much GST applies to Acid black 2?

Under HSN 32041231, Acid black 2 attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Acid black 2?

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 Acid black 2?

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 Acid black 2 is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Acid black 2; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Acid black 2?

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 Acid black 2?

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 32041231 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹28 Cr (−11.30% YoY) — 0.0008% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−28.57% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹28 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2584 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3204: 0.14% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3204: #79 of 243 by export value; import-side #135

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 20.04% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4410 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +106.26% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3204: 0.14% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 32041231

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. 3204 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3204 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 9.47 | 0.0004% | — | 0.05% | 5.20 | 0.0001% | — | 0.21% | +4.27 | #5041 |
| FY 2019-20 | 7.74 | 0.0004% | −18.27% | 0.04% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −95.77% | 0.01% | +7.52 | #5331 |
| FY 2020-21 | 9.91 | 0.0005% | +28.04% | 0.06% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +9.91 | #5093 |
| FY 2021-22 | 20.44 | 0.0007% | +106.26% | 0.09% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +20.31 | #4573 |
| FY 2022-23 | 22.51 | 0.0006% | +10.13% | 0.12% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +22.51 | #4543 |
| FY 2023-24 | 31.95 | 0.0009% | +41.94% | 0.18% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | +31.81 | #4157 |
| FY 2024-25 | 28.34 | 0.0008% | −11.30% | 0.14% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −28.57% | 0.00% | +28.24 | #4410 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 20.04%/yr, imports -48.24%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 32041231 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 20.04% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 32041231 have grown at a compound annual rate of 20.04% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹9.47 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹28.34 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32041231 ranked #4410 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 32041231 ranks #4410 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3204, it ranks #79 of 243. By trade surplus, it ranks #2584 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 32041231 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 32041231 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 106.26% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹28.24 Crore in HSN Code 32041231 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹28.34 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.10 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹28.24 Crore — ranking #2584 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -48.24% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Acid black 2

India's imports under HSN Code 32041231 have grown at -48.24% CAGR, reaching ₹0.10 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32041231 contributes 0.14% of Sub-Chapter 3204 exports — ranked #79

Among the 243 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3204, HSN Code 32041231 ranks #79 by export value — accounting for 0.14% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share (rank #135).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3204

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 32041751: Pigment Blue 15 (Phthalocyanine)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32041751/) | ₹2,452 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 32041680: Reactive Black Dyes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32041680/) | ₹1,959 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 32041650: Blue Reactive Dyes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32041650/) | ₹1,218 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 32041761: Pigment Green 7 (Phthalocyanine)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32041761/) | ₹1,149 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 32041719: Other Pigment Yellows](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32041719/) | ₹800 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 32041740: Pigment Violets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32041740/) | ₹791 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 32041739: Other Pigment Reds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32041739/) | ₹768 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 32041630: Red Reactive Dyes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32041630/) | ₹760 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 32041218: Other Non-Azo Acid Green Dyes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32041218/) | ₹636 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 32041759: Other Pigment Blues](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32041759/) | ₹633 Cr |
| #79 | HSN Code 32041231: Acid black 2 (this hsn code) | ₹28 Cr |