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# HSN Code 32062000: Pigments: Chromium compounds

- [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 3206: Colouring matter for luminophores](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3206/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Pigments and preparations based on chromium compounds | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 32062000 ?

It includes Pigments: Chromium compounds

### How much GST applies to Pigments: Chromium compounds?

Under HSN 32062000, Pigments: Chromium compounds attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Pigments: Chromium compounds?

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 Pigments: Chromium compounds is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Pigments: Chromium compounds; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Pigments: Chromium compounds?

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 Pigments: Chromium compounds?

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 32062000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹475 Cr (−1.86% YoY) — 0.0129% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹16 Cr (+5.80% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹459 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #683 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3206: 19.88% of its exports; import side 0.14%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3206: #3 of 14 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 12.03% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1054 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +31.32% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3206: 19.88% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 32062000

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. 3206 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3206 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 240.21 | 0.0105% | — | 17.50% | 16.11 | 0.0004% | — | 0.28% | +224.10 | #1166 |
| FY 2019-20 | 271.36 | 0.0123% | +12.97% | 19.86% | 5.96 | 0.0002% | −63.00% | 0.10% | +265.40 | #1066 |
| FY 2020-21 | 308.82 | 0.0144% | +13.80% | 20.63% | 6.35 | 0.0002% | +6.54% | 0.11% | +302.47 | #1005 |
| FY 2021-22 | 313.55 | 0.0100% | +1.53% | 17.61% | 8.14 | 0.0002% | +28.19% | 0.09% | +305.41 | #1256 |
| FY 2022-23 | 368.54 | 0.0102% | +17.54% | 19.04% | 11.00 | 0.0002% | +35.14% | 0.12% | +357.54 | #1158 |
| FY 2023-24 | 483.95 | 0.0134% | +31.32% | 21.67% | 14.65 | 0.0003% | +33.18% | 0.16% | +469.30 | #987 |
| FY 2024-25 | 474.96 | 0.0129% | −1.86% | 19.88% | 15.50 | 0.0003% | +5.80% | 0.14% | +459.46 | #1054 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 12.03%/yr, imports -0.64%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 32062000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 12.03% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 32062000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.03% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹240.21 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹474.96 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32062000 ranked #1054 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 32062000 ranks #1054 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3206, it ranks #3 of 14. By trade surplus, it ranks #683 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 32062000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 32062000 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 31.32% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹459.46 Crore in HSN Code 32062000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹474.96 Cr exceeded imports of ₹15.50 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹459.46 Crore — ranking #683 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -0.64% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Pigments: Chromium compounds

India's imports under HSN Code 32062000 have grown at -0.64% CAGR, reaching ₹15.50 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 32062000 contributes 19.88% of Sub-Chapter 3206 exports — ranked #3

Among the 14 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3206, HSN Code 32062000 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 19.88% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.14% share (rank #8).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3206

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 32061900: Titanium dioxide pigments: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32061900/) | ₹759 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 32064990: Colouring matter](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32064990/) | ₹550 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 32062000: Pigments: Chromium compounds (this hsn code) | ₹475 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 32064100: Ultramarine and Preparations Based Thereon](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32064100/) | ₹349 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 32061190: Titanium Dioxide Pigments (>80%)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32061190/) | ₹184 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 32061110: Thermite for Welding](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32061110/) | ₹60 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 32064910: Red oxide and other coloring matter](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32064910/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 32065000: Inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32065000/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 32064200: Lithopone/Zinc Sulphide Pigments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32064200/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #10 | [HSN Code 32064930: Yellow Ochre: Other Coloring Matter](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32064930/) | < ₹1 Crore |