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# HSN Code 33012915: Essential oils: Cassia 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 other than those of citrus fruit : Other : Anise oil; cajeput oil; cananga oil; caraway oil; cassia oil; cedarwood oil; cinnamon bark oil; cinnamon leaf oil : Cassia oil | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 33012915 ?

It includes Essential oils: Cassia oil

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Essential oils: Cassia oil is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Essential oils: Cassia oil?

Under HSN 33012915, Essential oils: Cassia oil attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Essential oils: Cassia 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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Essential oils: Cassia oil?

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 Essential oils: Cassia oil?

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 33012915 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (+64.44% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹3 Cr (−10.08% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹3 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8295 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3301: 0.01% of its exports; import side 0.11%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3301: #64 of 79 by export value; import-side #37

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 9.90% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8501 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +64.44% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3301: 0.01% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 33012915

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 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.02% | −0.38 | #8311 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +59.52% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +23.75% | 0.02% | −0.32 | #7967 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −14.93% | 0.01% | 1.97 | 0.0001% | +98.99% | 0.11% | −1.40 | #8143 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | 0.00% | 0.01% | 2.48 | 0.0001% | +25.89% | 0.10% | −1.91 | #8489 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −5.26% | 0.01% | 3.78 | 0.0001% | +52.42% | 0.15% | −3.24 | #8617 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −16.67% | 0.01% | 3.67 | 0.0001% | −2.91% | 0.11% | −3.22 | #8881 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +64.44% | 0.01% | 3.30 | 0.0001% | −10.08% | 0.11% | −2.56 | #8501 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 9.90%/yr, imports 26.64%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 33012915 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 9.90% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 33012915 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.90% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.42 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.74 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33012915 ranked #8501 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 33012915 ranks #8501 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3301, it ranks #64 of 79. By trade surplus, it ranks #8295 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 33012915 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 33012915 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 64.44% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹2.56 Crore in HSN Code 33012915 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹3.30 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.74 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹2.56 Crore — ranking #8295 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 26.64% CAGR signals rising demand for Essential oils: Cassia oil

India's imports under HSN Code 33012915 have grown at 26.64% CAGR, reaching ₹3.30 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33012915 contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 3301 exports — ranked #64

Among the 79 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3301, HSN Code 33012915 ranks #64 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.11% share (rank #37).

## 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 |
| #64 | HSN Code 33012915: Essential oils: Cassia oil (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |