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# HSN Code 34029059: Organic Surface-Active Agents

- [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 3402: Surface-active agents](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3402/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Preparations put up for retail sale : Other : Washing preparations whether or not containing soap : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 34029059 ?

It includes Organic Surface-Active Agents

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Organic Surface-Active Agents?

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 Organic Surface-Active Agents?

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 Organic Surface-Active Agents?

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 Organic Surface-Active Agents?

Under HSN 34029059, Organic Surface-Active Agents attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Organic Surface-Active Agents is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Organic Surface-Active Agents; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Organic Surface-Active Agents?

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 34029059 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹4 Cr (+9.80% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹49 Cr (+69.94% YoY) — 0.0008% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹45 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10171 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3402: 0.07% of its exports; import side 1.29%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3402: #18 of 28 by export value; import-side #9

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 44.42% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6937 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +694.59% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3402: 0.07% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 34029059

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. 3402 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3402 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.02% | 124.43 | 0.0035% | — | 6.22% | −124.01 | #8311 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +76.19% | 0.03% | 60.88 | 0.0018% | −51.07% | 3.14% | −60.14 | #7881 |
| FY 2020-21 | 5.88 | 0.0003% | +694.59% | 0.19% | 113.92 | 0.0039% | +87.12% | 4.70% | −108.04 | #5740 |
| FY 2021-22 | 11.34 | 0.0004% | +92.86% | 0.29% | 155.42 | 0.0034% | +36.43% | 5.21% | −144.08 | #5317 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2.69 | 0.0001% | −76.28% | 0.06% | 133.39 | 0.0023% | −14.17% | 4.13% | −130.70 | #7115 |
| FY 2023-24 | 3.47 | 0.0001% | +29.00% | 0.07% | 28.74 | 0.0005% | −78.45% | 0.95% | −25.27 | #6980 |
| FY 2024-25 | 3.81 | 0.0001% | +9.80% | 0.07% | 48.84 | 0.0008% | +69.94% | 1.29% | −45.03 | #6937 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 44.42%/yr, imports -14.43%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 34029059 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 44.42% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 34029059 have grown at a compound annual rate of 44.42% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.42 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3.81 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 34029059 ranked #6937 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 34029059 ranks #6937 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3402, it ranks #18 of 28. By trade surplus, it ranks #10171 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 34029059 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 34029059 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 694.59% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹45.03 Crore in HSN Code 34029059 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹48.84 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3.81 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹45.03 Crore — ranking #10171 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -14.43% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Organic Surface-Active Agents

India's imports under HSN Code 34029059 have grown at -14.43% CAGR, reaching ₹48.84 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 34029059 contributes 0.07% of Sub-Chapter 3402 exports — ranked #18

Among the 28 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3402, HSN Code 34029059 ranks #18 by export value — accounting for 0.07% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.29% share (rank #9).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3402

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 34024200: Non-ionic Organic Surface-Active Agents](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34024200/) | ₹1,641 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 34023100: Anionic Surfactants: Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34023100/) | ₹1,234 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 34023900: Anionic Surfactants (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34023900/) | ₹953 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 34029099: Retail sale preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34029099/) | ₹415 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 34024900: Other Organic Surface-Active Agents](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34024900/) | ₹414 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 34025000: Preparations Put Up For Retail Sale](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34025000/) | ₹270 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 34029051: Non-Soap Cleaning/Degreasing (Retail)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34029051/) | ₹163 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 34029011: Non-Soap Cleaning/Degreasing (Synthetic, Retail)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34029011/) | ₹157 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 34029019: Synthetic Detergent Preparations: Retail Sale, Other Types](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34029019/) | ₹66 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 34024100: Cationic Organic Surface-Active Agents](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-34024100/) | ₹44 Cr |
| #18 | HSN Code 34029059: Organic Surface-Active Agents (this hsn code) | ₹4 Cr |