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# HSN Code 33012918: Essential oils: Cinnamon leaf 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 : Cinnamon leaf oil | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 33012918 ?

It includes Essential oils: Cinnamon leaf oil

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Essential oils: Cinnamon leaf 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 much GST applies to Essential oils: Cinnamon leaf oil?

Under HSN 33012918, Essential oils: Cinnamon leaf oil attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Essential oils: Cinnamon leaf oil?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Essential oils: Cinnamon leaf 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 33012918 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (+21.51% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹13 Cr (+46.15% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹11 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9121 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3301: 0.03% of its exports; import side 0.43%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3301: #54 of 79 by export value; import-side #23

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -0.78% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7563 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +249.75% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3301: 0.03% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 33012918

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 | 2.19 | 0.0001% | — | 0.03% | 10.02 | 0.0003% | — | 0.30% | −7.83 | #6847 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.03 | 0.0001% | −7.31% | 0.03% | 9.46 | 0.0003% | −5.59% | 0.24% | −7.43 | #6916 |
| FY 2020-21 | 7.10 | 0.0003% | +249.75% | 0.11% | 15.18 | 0.0005% | +60.47% | 0.82% | −8.08 | #5494 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.40 | 0.0001% | −66.20% | 0.03% | 15.94 | 0.0003% | +5.01% | 0.66% | −13.54 | #7138 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2.56 | 0.0001% | +6.67% | 0.03% | 15.73 | 0.0003% | −1.32% | 0.61% | −13.17 | #7161 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.72 | 0.0000% | −32.81% | 0.02% | 8.84 | 0.0002% | −43.80% | 0.26% | −7.12 | #7727 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.09 | 0.0001% | +21.51% | 0.03% | 12.92 | 0.0002% | +46.15% | 0.43% | −10.83 | #7563 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -0.78%/yr, imports 4.33%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 33012918 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -0.78% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 33012918 have declined at a compound annual rate of -0.78% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹2.19 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.09 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33012918 ranked #7563 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 33012918 ranks #7563 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3301, it ranks #54 of 79. By trade surplus, it ranks #9121 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 33012918 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 33012918 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 249.75% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹10.83 Crore in HSN Code 33012918 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹12.92 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.09 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹10.83 Crore — ranking #9121 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 4.33% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Essential oils: Cinnamon leaf oil

India's imports under HSN Code 33012918 have grown at 4.33% CAGR, reaching ₹12.92 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33012918 contributes 0.03% of Sub-Chapter 3301 exports — ranked #54

Among the 79 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3301, HSN Code 33012918 ranks #54 by export value — accounting for 0.03% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.43% share (rank #23).

## 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 |
| #54 | HSN Code 33012918: Essential oils: Cinnamon leaf oil (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |