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# HSN Code 33011910: Citronella oil

- [Section 06: Guide to HSN Section 06](https://busy.in/hsn/section-06/)
- [Chapter 33: Essential Oils, Resinoids and Perfumery; Cosmetic or Toilet Preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-33/)
- [Sub-chapter 3301: Essential oils: concretes & absolutes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3301/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Essential oils of citrus fruit : Other : Citronella oil | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 33011910 ?

It includes Citronella oil

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Citronella oil?

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 Citronella oil?

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 Citronella oil is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Citronella oil?

Under HSN 33011910, Citronella oil attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Citronella oil?

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 33011910 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹5 Cr (−3.18% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2 Cr (−40.58% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹3 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #4044 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3301: 0.07% of its exports; import side 0.07%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3301: #46 of 79 by export value; import-side #41

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -2.34% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6575 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +126.97% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3301: 0.07% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 33011910

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. 3301 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3301 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 5.97 | 0.0003% | — | 0.09% | 3.30 | 0.0001% | — | 0.10% | +2.67 | #5652 |
| FY 2019-20 | 13.55 | 0.0006% | +126.97% | 0.18% | 2.98 | 0.0001% | −9.70% | 0.07% | +10.57 | #4630 |
| FY 2020-21 | 4.04 | 0.0002% | −70.18% | 0.06% | 4.46 | 0.0002% | +49.66% | 0.24% | −0.42 | #6182 |
| FY 2021-22 | 3.22 | 0.0001% | −20.30% | 0.04% | 2.05 | 0.0000% | −54.04% | 0.08% | +1.17 | #6837 |
| FY 2022-23 | 4.23 | 0.0001% | +31.37% | 0.06% | 2.77 | 0.0000% | +35.12% | 0.11% | +1.46 | #6621 |
| FY 2023-24 | 5.35 | 0.0001% | +26.48% | 0.07% | 3.77 | 0.0001% | +36.10% | 0.11% | +1.58 | #6506 |
| FY 2024-25 | 5.18 | 0.0001% | −3.18% | 0.07% | 2.24 | 0.0000% | −40.58% | 0.07% | +2.94 | #6575 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -2.34%/yr, imports -6.25%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 33011910 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -2.34% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 33011910 have declined at a compound annual rate of -2.34% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹5.97 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹5.18 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33011910 ranked #6575 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 33011910 ranks #6575 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3301, it ranks #46 of 79. By trade surplus, it ranks #4044 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 33011910 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 33011910 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 126.97% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹2.94 Crore in HSN Code 33011910 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹5.18 Cr exceeded imports of ₹2.24 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹2.94 Crore — ranking #4044 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -6.25% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Citronella oil

India's imports under HSN Code 33011910 have grown at -6.25% CAGR, reaching ₹2.24 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33011910 contributes 0.07% of Sub-Chapter 3301 exports — ranked #46

Among the 79 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3301, HSN Code 33011910 ranks #46 by export value — accounting for 0.07% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.07% share (rank #41).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3301

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 33019022: Capsicum Oleoresins](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33019022/) | ₹1,286 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 33012590: Essential oils: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33012590/) | ₹1,182 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 33019014: Turmeric Oleoresins](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33019014/) | ₹965 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 33019029: Other Spice Oleoresins](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33019029/) | ₹951 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 33012400: Jasmine, Peppermint, and Menthol Oils](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33012400/) | ₹565 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 33019013: Essential Oils and Resinoids](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33019013/) | ₹533 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 33012990: Essential oils: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33012990/) | ₹523 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 33019090: Essential oils & derivatives \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33019090/) | ₹289 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 33019033: Ambrettolide Essence](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33019033/) | ₹166 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 33012510: Essential oils: Spearmint oil](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33012510/) | ₹166 Cr |
| #46 | HSN Code 33011910: Citronella oil (this hsn code) | ₹5 Cr |