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# HSN Code 36010090: Propellant Powders | Other

- [Section 06: Guide to HSN Section 06](https://busy.in/hsn/section-06/)
- [Chapter 36: Explosives, Pyrotechnic Products, Matches, Pyrophoric Alloys](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-36/)
- [Sub-chapter 3601: Propellant powders](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3601/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Propellant powders : other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 36010090 ?

It includes Propellant Powders | Other

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Propellant Powders / Other?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Propellant Powders / Other is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Propellant Powders / Other?

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.

### How much GST applies to Propellant Powders / Other?

Under HSN 36010090, Propellant Powders / Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Propellant Powders / Other?

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 Propellant Powders / Other?

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 36010090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹650 Cr (+2,093.96% YoY) — 0.0177% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹44 Cr (+297.83% YoY) — 0.0007% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹606 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #532 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3601: 98.20% of its exports; import side 100.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3601: #1 of 3 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- National export rank: #795 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +2,500.00% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3601: 98.20% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 36010090

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. 3601 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3601 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 100.00% | 2.30 | 0.0001% | — | 100.00% | −2.29 | #9870 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +2,500.00% | 100.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | — | +0.26 | #8696 |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 9.34 | 0.0002% | — | 100.00% | −9.34 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | 29.64 | 0.0008% | — | 96.33% | 11.06 | 0.0002% | +18.42% | 100.00% | +18.58 | #4256 |
| FY 2024-25 | 650.29 | 0.0177% | +2,093.96% | 98.20% | 44.00 | 0.0007% | +297.83% | 100.00% | +606.29 | #795 |

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 36010090 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 36010090

India exported ₹650.29 Crore worth of Propellant Powders | Other in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### HSN Code 36010090 ranked #795 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 36010090 ranks #795 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3601, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #532 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 36010090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 36010090 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 2,500.00% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹606.29 Crore in HSN Code 36010090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹650.29 Cr exceeded imports of ₹44.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹606.29 Crore — ranking #532 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 36010090 contributes 98.20% of Sub-Chapter 3601 exports — ranked #1

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3601, HSN Code 36010090 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 98.20% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 100.00% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3601

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 36010090: Propellant Powders \| Other (this hsn code) | ₹650 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 36010010: Propellant Powders \| Blasting Powder](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-36010010/) | ₹12 Cr |
| — | [HSN Code 36010020: Propellant Powders \| Gun Powder](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-36010020/) | Nil |