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# HSN Code 33012916: Essential oils: Cedarwood 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 : Cedarwood oil | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 33012916 ?

It includes Essential oils: Cedarwood oil

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Essential oils: Cedarwood oil?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Essential oils: Cedarwood 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: Cedarwood oil; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

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

Under HSN 33012916, Essential oils: Cedarwood 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: Cedarwood 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: Cedarwood 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 33012916 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹6 Cr (+5.87% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹11 Cr (−40.38% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹4 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8552 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3301: 0.08% of its exports; import side 0.35%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3301: #45 of 79 by export value; import-side #25

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 25.22% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6376 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +74.84% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3301: 0.08% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 33012916

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 | 1.59 | 0.0001% | — | 0.02% | 9.36 | 0.0003% | — | 0.28% | −7.77 | #7187 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.78 | 0.0001% | +74.84% | 0.04% | 8.43 | 0.0003% | −9.94% | 0.21% | −5.65 | #6565 |
| FY 2020-21 | 4.75 | 0.0002% | +70.86% | 0.07% | 9.92 | 0.0003% | +17.68% | 0.53% | −5.17 | #5995 |
| FY 2021-22 | 7.73 | 0.0002% | +62.74% | 0.10% | 9.25 | 0.0002% | −6.75% | 0.38% | −1.52 | #5813 |
| FY 2022-23 | 5.03 | 0.0001% | −34.93% | 0.07% | 15.27 | 0.0003% | +65.08% | 0.59% | −10.24 | #6448 |
| FY 2023-24 | 5.79 | 0.0002% | +15.11% | 0.08% | 17.73 | 0.0003% | +16.11% | 0.52% | −11.94 | #6402 |
| FY 2024-25 | 6.13 | 0.0002% | +5.87% | 0.08% | 10.57 | 0.0002% | −40.38% | 0.35% | −4.44 | #6376 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 25.22%/yr, imports 2.05%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 33012916 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 25.22% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 33012916 have grown at a compound annual rate of 25.22% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.59 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹6.13 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33012916 ranked #6376 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 33012916 ranks #6376 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3301, it ranks #45 of 79. By trade surplus, it ranks #8552 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 33012916 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 33012916 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 74.84% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹4.44 Crore in HSN Code 33012916 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹10.57 Cr exceeded exports of ₹6.13 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹4.44 Crore — ranking #8552 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 2.05% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Essential oils: Cedarwood oil

India's imports under HSN Code 33012916 have grown at 2.05% CAGR, reaching ₹10.57 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33012916 contributes 0.08% of Sub-Chapter 3301 exports — ranked #45

Among the 79 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3301, HSN Code 33012916 ranks #45 by export value — accounting for 0.08% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.35% share (rank #25).

## 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 |
| #45 | HSN Code 33012916: Essential oils: Cedarwood oil (this hsn code) | ₹6 Cr |