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# HSN Code 32041961: Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters

- [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 : Other, including mixtures of colouring matter of two or more of the sub-headings 3204 11 to 3204 19 : Sulphur based colouring matters : Yellows | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 32041961 ?

It includes Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters?

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 Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters?

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 Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters?

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.

### How much GST applies to Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters?

Under HSN 32041961, Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 32041961 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−15.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹3 Cr (+32.89% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹3 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8338 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3204: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.11%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3204: #181 of 243 by export value; import-side #70

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -19.18% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #9502 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +133.33% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3204: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 32041961

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% | 1.47 | 0.0000% | — | 0.06% | −0.86 | #8028 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −85.25% | 0.00% | 1.42 | 0.0000% | −3.40% | 0.06% | −1.33 | #9220 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +133.33% | 0.00% | 1.76 | 0.0001% | +23.94% | 0.09% | −1.55 | #8841 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −4.76% | 0.00% | 2.32 | 0.0001% | +31.82% | 0.08% | −2.12 | #9201 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +85.00% | 0.00% | 2.28 | 0.0000% | −1.72% | 0.09% | −1.91 | #8913 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −45.95% | 0.00% | 2.25 | 0.0000% | −1.32% | 0.09% | −2.05 | #9440 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −15.00% | 0.00% | 2.99 | 0.0000% | +32.89% | 0.11% | −2.82 | #9502 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -19.18%/yr, imports 12.56%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 32041961 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -19.18% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 32041961 have declined at a compound annual rate of -19.18% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹0.61 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.17 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32041961 ranked #9502 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 32041961 ranks #9502 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3204, it ranks #181 of 243. By trade surplus, it ranks #8338 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 32041961 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 32041961 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 133.33% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹2.82 Crore in HSN Code 32041961 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹2.99 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.17 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹2.82 Crore — ranking #8338 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.56% CAGR signals rising demand for Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters

India's imports under HSN Code 32041961 have grown at 12.56% CAGR, reaching ₹2.99 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32041961 contributes 0.00% of Sub-Chapter 3204 exports — ranked #181

Among the 243 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3204, HSN Code 32041961 ranks #181 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.11% share (rank #70).

## 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 |
| #181 | HSN Code 32041961: Sulphur Yellow Colouring Matters (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |