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# HSN Code 33059040: Hair Dyes (Natural, Herbal, Synthetic)

- [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 3305: Preparations for use on the hair](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3305/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Hair dyes (natural, herbal or synthetic) | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 33059040 ?

It includes Hair Dyes (Natural, Herbal, Synthetic)

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Hair Dyes (Natural, Herbal, Synthetic)?

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 Hair Dyes (Natural, Herbal, Synthetic)?

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

### How much GST applies to Hair Dyes (Natural, Herbal, Synthetic)?

Under HSN 33059040, Hair Dyes (Natural, Herbal, Synthetic) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Hair Dyes (Natural, Herbal, Synthetic)?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Hair Dyes (Natural, Herbal, Synthetic)?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 33059040 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹711 Cr (−0.42% YoY) — 0.0193% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹66 Cr (+5.08% YoY) — 0.0011% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹645 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #503 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3305: 40.15% of its exports; import side 7.50%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3305: #1 of 11 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 7.97% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #724 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +37.20% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3305: 40.15% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 33059040

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. 3305 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3305 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 449.11 | 0.0197% | — | 37.80% | 36.67 | 0.0010% | — | 8.10% | +412.44 | #718 |
| FY 2019-20 | 435.48 | 0.0198% | −3.03% | 38.19% | 31.36 | 0.0009% | −14.48% | 6.98% | +404.12 | #734 |
| FY 2020-21 | 488.67 | 0.0227% | +12.21% | 42.44% | 25.28 | 0.0009% | −19.39% | 8.83% | +463.39 | #700 |
| FY 2021-22 | 479.45 | 0.0153% | −1.89% | 38.50% | 40.86 | 0.0009% | +61.63% | 7.79% | +438.59 | #899 |
| FY 2022-23 | 520.65 | 0.0144% | +8.59% | 37.74% | 65.24 | 0.0011% | +59.67% | 8.25% | +455.41 | #898 |
| FY 2023-24 | 714.33 | 0.0197% | +37.20% | 43.54% | 62.81 | 0.0011% | −3.72% | 7.82% | +651.52 | #695 |
| FY 2024-25 | 711.33 | 0.0193% | −0.42% | 40.15% | 66.00 | 0.0011% | +5.08% | 7.50% | +645.33 | #724 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 7.97%/yr, imports 10.29%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 33059040 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 7.97% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 33059040 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.97% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹449.11 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹711.33 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33059040 ranked #724 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 33059040 ranks #724 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3305, it ranks #1 of 11. By trade surplus, it ranks #503 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 33059040 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 33059040 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 37.20% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹645.33 Crore in HSN Code 33059040 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹711.33 Cr exceeded imports of ₹66.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹645.33 Crore — ranking #503 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.29% CAGR signals rising demand for Hair Dyes (Natural, Herbal, Synthetic)

India's imports under HSN Code 33059040 have grown at 10.29% CAGR, reaching ₹66.00 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 33059040 contributes 40.15% of Sub-Chapter 3305 exports — ranked #1

Among the 11 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3305, HSN Code 33059040 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 40.15% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.50% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3305

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 33059040: Hair Dyes (Natural, Herbal, Synthetic) (this hsn code) | ₹711 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 33051090: Other Shampoos](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33051090/) | ₹397 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 33059011: Other \| Hair Oil](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33059011/) | ₹238 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 33059090: Other: Essential oils](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33059090/) | ₹229 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 33059019: Other Hair Oil](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33059019/) | ₹88 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 33059030: Other: Hair cream](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33059030/) | ₹59 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 33059020: Other \| Brilliantines (Spirituous)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33059020/) | ₹25 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 33051010: Shampoos \| Containing Spirit](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33051010/) | ₹22 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 33053000: Hair Lacquers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33053000/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 33059050: Other: Hair fixers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-33059050/) | ₹1 Cr |