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# HSN Code 34012000: Soap In Other Forms

- [Section 06: Guide to HSN Section 06](https://busy.in/hsn/section-06/)
- [Chapter 34: Soap, Washing Preparations, Waxes](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-34/)
- [Sub-chapter 3401: Soap; organic surface-active products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3401/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Soap in other forms | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 34012000 ?

It includes Soap In Other Forms

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Soap In Other Forms?

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Soap In Other Forms is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Soap In Other Forms?

Under HSN 34012000, Soap In Other Forms attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Soap In Other Forms?

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 Soap In Other Forms?

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 34012000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹60 Cr (−13.80% YoY) — 0.0016% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,065 Cr (+60.11% YoY) — 0.0175% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,005 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12210 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3401: 4.38% of its exports; import side 42.43%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3401: #5 of 15 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -5.50% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3362 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +61.48% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3401: 4.38% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 34012000

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. 3401 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3401 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 84.55 | 0.0037% | — | 10.61% | 310.87 | 0.0087% | — | 33.08% | −226.32 | #2210 |
| FY 2019-20 | 85.82 | 0.0039% | +1.50% | 10.35% | 247.59 | 0.0074% | −20.36% | 32.39% | −161.77 | #2194 |
| FY 2020-21 | 138.58 | 0.0064% | +61.48% | 12.41% | 534.30 | 0.0183% | +115.80% | 40.53% | −395.72 | #1738 |
| FY 2021-22 | 122.89 | 0.0039% | −11.32% | 12.07% | 659.77 | 0.0144% | +23.48% | 33.82% | −536.88 | #2160 |
| FY 2022-23 | 75.66 | 0.0021% | −38.43% | 6.65% | 829.86 | 0.0144% | +25.78% | 42.60% | −754.20 | #2926 |
| FY 2023-24 | 69.86 | 0.0019% | −7.67% | 5.17% | 665.39 | 0.0118% | −19.82% | 52.56% | −595.53 | #3082 |
| FY 2024-25 | 60.22 | 0.0016% | −13.80% | 4.38% | 1,065.38 | 0.0175% | +60.11% | 42.43% | −1,005.16 | #3362 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -5.50%/yr, imports 22.79%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 34012000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -5.50% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 34012000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -5.50% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹84.55 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹60.22 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 34012000 ranked #3362 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 34012000 ranks #3362 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3401, it ranks #5 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #12210 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 34012000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 34012000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 61.48% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,005.16 Crore in HSN Code 34012000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,065.38 Cr exceeded exports of ₹60.22 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,005.16 Crore — ranking #12210 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 22.79% CAGR signals rising demand for Soap In Other Forms

India's imports under HSN Code 34012000 have grown at 22.79% CAGR, reaching ₹1,065.38 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 34012000 contributes 4.38% of Sub-Chapter 3401 exports — ranked #5

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3401, HSN Code 34012000 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 4.38% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 42.43% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3401

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 34011190: Toilet Soaps And Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34011190/) | ₹693 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 34013019: Other Toilet Soaps](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34013019/) | ₹226 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 34013090: Other Skin Washing Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34013090/) | ₹141 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 34011110: Medicated Toilet Soaps](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34011110/) | ₹124 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Code 34012000: Soap In Other Forms (this hsn code) | ₹60 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 34011942: Soap Products\| Laundry Soaps](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34011942/) | ₹49 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 34011941: Soap Products\| Household Soaps](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34011941/) | ₹29 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 34011990: Soap Tablets/Cakes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34011990/) | ₹27 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 34011911: Industrial Soap Bars And Blocks](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34011911/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 34011930: Soap Flakes/Chips/Powder](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34011930/) | ₹8 Cr |