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# HSN Code 33049120: Talcum powders

- [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 3304: Beauty/makeup preparations & skin care](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3304/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Powders, whether or not compressed : Talcum powders | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 33049120 ?

It includes Talcum powders

### How much GST applies to Talcum powders?

Under HSN 33049120, Talcum powders attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Talcum powders?

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 Talcum powders?

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 Talcum powders is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Talcum powders?

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 33049120 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹99 Cr (+12.55% YoY) — 0.0027% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹19 Cr (+10.61% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹79 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1774 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3304: 2.79% of its exports; import side 0.51%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3304: #4 of 12 by export value; import-side #9

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.40% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2681 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +12.55% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3304: 2.79% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 33049120

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. 3304 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3304 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 96.42 | 0.0042% | — | 7.90% | 9.69 | 0.0003% | — | 0.68% | +86.73 | #2063 |
| FY 2019-20 | 76.88 | 0.0035% | −20.27% | 6.44% | 8.74 | 0.0003% | −9.80% | 0.56% | +68.14 | #2320 |
| FY 2020-21 | 74.86 | 0.0035% | −2.63% | 6.62% | 8.30 | 0.0003% | −5.03% | 0.73% | +66.56 | #2399 |
| FY 2021-22 | 78.92 | 0.0025% | +5.42% | 5.37% | 13.68 | 0.0003% | +64.82% | 0.55% | +65.24 | #2721 |
| FY 2022-23 | 83.37 | 0.0023% | +5.64% | 2.77% | 13.78 | 0.0002% | +0.73% | 0.38% | +69.59 | #2790 |
| FY 2023-24 | 87.73 | 0.0024% | +5.23% | 1.33% | 17.43 | 0.0003% | +26.49% | 0.19% | +70.30 | #2742 |
| FY 2024-25 | 98.74 | 0.0027% | +12.55% | 2.79% | 19.28 | 0.0003% | +10.61% | 0.51% | +79.46 | #2681 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.40%/yr, imports 12.15%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 33049120 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.40% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 33049120 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.40% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹96.42 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹98.74 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33049120 ranked #2681 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 33049120 ranks #2681 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3304, it ranks #4 of 12. By trade surplus, it ranks #1774 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 33049120 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 33049120 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 12.55% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹79.46 Crore in HSN Code 33049120 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹98.74 Cr exceeded imports of ₹19.28 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹79.46 Crore — ranking #1774 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.15% CAGR signals rising demand for Talcum powders

India's imports under HSN Code 33049120 have grown at 12.15% CAGR, reaching ₹19.28 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33049120 contributes 2.79% of Sub-Chapter 3304 exports — ranked #4

Among the 12 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3304, HSN Code 33049120 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 2.79% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.51% share (rank #9).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3304

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 33049990: Other make-up preparations products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33049990/) | ₹2,501 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 33049910: Face Creams](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33049910/) | ₹474 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 33049930: Other \| Other \| Moisturising Lotion](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33049930/) | ₹278 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 33049120: Talcum powders (this hsn code) | ₹99 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 33041000: Lip Make-Up Preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33041000/) | ₹59 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 33049940: Sindur, bindi, kumk](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33049940/) | ₹32 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 33042000: Kajal preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33042000/) | ₹28 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 33043000: Manicure Or Pedicure Preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33043000/) | ₹25 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 33049190: Compressed powders, other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33049190/) | ₹22 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 33049110: Face powders](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33049110/) | ₹13 Cr |