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# HSN Code 32049000: Synthetic Organic Colouring Matter

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 32049000 ?

It includes Synthetic Organic Colouring Matter

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Synthetic Organic Colouring Matter?

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 Synthetic Organic Colouring Matter?

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 much GST applies to Synthetic Organic Colouring Matter?

Under HSN 32049000, Synthetic Organic Colouring Matter attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Synthetic Organic Colouring Matter?

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 Colouring Matter?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 32049000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹209 Cr (+18.43% YoY) — 0.0057% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹70 Cr (+10.26% YoY) — 0.0011% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹139 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1375 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3204: 1.02% of its exports; import side 2.58%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3204: #24 of 243 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 5.36% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1791 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +32.28% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3204: 1.02% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 32049000

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 | 152.79 | 0.0067% | — | 0.86% | 52.43 | 0.0015% | — | 2.10% | +100.36 | #1578 |
| FY 2019-20 | 150.02 | 0.0068% | −1.81% | 0.79% | 50.31 | 0.0015% | −4.04% | 2.11% | +99.71 | #1581 |
| FY 2020-21 | 128.02 | 0.0060% | −14.66% | 0.74% | 62.03 | 0.0021% | +23.30% | 3.11% | +65.99 | #1817 |
| FY 2021-22 | 169.34 | 0.0054% | +32.28% | 0.74% | 73.27 | 0.0016% | +18.12% | 2.57% | +96.07 | #1813 |
| FY 2022-23 | 178.42 | 0.0049% | +5.36% | 0.92% | 63.80 | 0.0011% | −12.92% | 2.54% | +114.62 | #1849 |
| FY 2023-24 | 176.44 | 0.0049% | −1.11% | 0.99% | 63.08 | 0.0011% | −1.13% | 2.58% | +113.36 | #1922 |
| FY 2024-25 | 208.95 | 0.0057% | +18.43% | 1.02% | 69.55 | 0.0011% | +10.26% | 2.58% | +139.40 | #1791 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 5.36%/yr, imports 4.82%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 32049000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 5.36% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 32049000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 5.36% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹152.79 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹208.95 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32049000 ranked #1791 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 32049000 ranks #1791 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3204, it ranks #24 of 243. By trade surplus, it ranks #1375 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 32049000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 32049000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 32.28% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹139.40 Crore in HSN Code 32049000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹208.95 Cr exceeded imports of ₹69.55 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹139.40 Crore — ranking #1375 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 4.82% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Synthetic Organic Colouring Matter

India's imports under HSN Code 32049000 have grown at 4.82% CAGR, reaching ₹69.55 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32049000 contributes 1.02% of Sub-Chapter 3204 exports — ranked #24

Among the 243 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3204, HSN Code 32049000 ranks #24 by export value — accounting for 1.02% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.58% share (rank #8).

## 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 |
| #24 | HSN Code 32049000: Synthetic Organic Colouring Matter   (this hsn code) | ₹209 Cr |