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# HSN Code 32041557: Vat Blue 43 Dye

- [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 : Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations thereon : Vat blue : Vat blue 43 (carbazole blue) | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 32041557 ?

It includes Vat Blue 43 Dye

### Any common misclassification issue with Vat Blue 43 Dye?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Vat Blue 43 Dye?

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 Vat Blue 43 Dye?

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 Vat Blue 43 Dye?

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 Vat Blue 43 Dye is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Vat Blue 43 Dye; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### How much GST applies to Vat Blue 43 Dye?

Under HSN 32041557, Vat Blue 43 Dye attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 32041557 (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: ₹16 Cr (+3.11% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹16 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9378 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3204: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.58%

### Key metrics

- Peak growth year: −100.00% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3204: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 32041557

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 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.01 | #9921 |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 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% | 4.72 | 0.0001% | — | 0.17% | −4.72 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −83.05% | 0.03% | −0.80 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 15.09 | 0.0003% | +1,786.25% | 0.62% | −15.09 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 15.56 | 0.0003% | +3.11% | 0.58% | −15.56 | — |

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 32041557 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 32041557

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Vat Blue 43 Dye in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 32041557 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 32041557 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports declined by 100.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹15.56 Crore in HSN Code 32041557 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹15.56 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹15.56 Crore — ranking #9378 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

## 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 |
| — | HSN Code 32041557: Vat Blue 43 Dye (this hsn code) | Nil |