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HSN Code 38029011: Activated Alumina
HSN Code 38029011 represents Activated Alumina under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Activated Alumina correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 38029011, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Activated Alumina.
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Description of Goods for HSN Code 38029011
HSN Code 38029011 relates to the following description.
What does HSN Code 38029011 not include?
Activated Alumina does not include products with the following descriptions.
Activated carbon
Activated bauxite
Other: Activated natural mineral products: Other
Other: Animal black (for example bone black, ivory black), including spent animal black
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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 38029011 in FY 2025-26
India’s Exports
FY 2025-26₹6 Cr
0.0001% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2025-26₹45 Cr
0.0007% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2025-26−₹39 Cr
Surplus rank #10120 of 12872 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 3802
FY 2025-260.11%
Share of Sub-Chapter 3802’s total exports in FY 2025-26
Import side: 4.88% of Sub-Chapter 3802’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 3802
FY 2025-26#4 of 5
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 3802
Import-side rank: #3 of 5
At a glance
11.71%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years
#6595
National Export Rank
of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26
+80.81%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2025-26 · strongest single-year move
0.11%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3802
Share of Sub-Chapter 3802 exports in FY 2025-26
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 38029011
8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
−42.31
Exports
2.69 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
— YoY
0.18% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Imports
45.00 ₹ Cr
0.0013% share
— YoY
8.13% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Balance
−48.56
Exports
3.32 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
+23.42% YoY
0.24% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Imports
51.88 ₹ Cr
0.0015% share
+15.29% YoY
9.19% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Balance
−23.72
Exports
3.94 ₹ Cr
0.0002% share
+18.67% YoY
0.22% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Imports
27.66 ₹ Cr
0.0009% share
−46.68% YoY
5.16% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Balance
−22.78
Exports
3.36 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
−14.72% YoY
0.15% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Imports
26.14 ₹ Cr
0.0006% share
−5.50% YoY
4.23% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Balance
−25.00
Exports
4.29 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
+27.68% YoY
0.16% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Imports
29.29 ₹ Cr
0.0005% share
+12.05% YoY
3.30% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Balance
−31.83
Exports
4.11 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
−4.20% YoY
0.17% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Imports
35.94 ₹ Cr
0.0006% share
+22.70% YoY
4.10% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Balance
−21.26
Exports
3.23 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
−21.41% YoY
0.10% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Imports
24.49 ₹ Cr
0.0004% share
−31.86% YoY
2.84% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Balance
−38.90
Exports
5.84 ₹ Cr
0.0001% share
+80.81% YoY
0.11% of Sub-Ch. 3802
Imports
44.74 ₹ Cr
0.0007% share
+82.69% YoY
4.88% of Sub-Ch. 3802
CAGR · 8-Year
Exports
11.71% /yr
Imports
−0.08% /yr
reference, FY 2025-26
Export
₹5,121.85 Cr
Import
₹916.72 Cr
Trade Balance
+4,205.13
Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 38029011 Export-Import Analysis
Consistent Export Growth: 11.71% CAGR Over 8 Years
India's exports under HSN Code 38029011 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.71% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.69 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹5.84 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 38029011 Ranked #6595 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value
In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 38029011 ranks #6595 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3802, it ranks #4 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #10120 of 12872.
FY 2025-26 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 38029011 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38029011 was recorded in FY 2025-26, when exports surged by 80.81% over the prior year.
India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹38.90 Crore in HSN Code 38029011 Goods
In FY 2025-26, India's imports of ₹44.74 Cr exceeded exports of ₹5.84 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹38.90 Crore — ranking #10120 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.
Import Growth of −0.08% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Activated Alumina
India's imports under HSN Code 38029011 have grown at −0.08% CAGR, reaching ₹44.74 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 38029011 Contributes 0.11% of Sub-Chapter 3802 Exports — Ranked #4
Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3802, HSN Code 38029011 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 0.11% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 4.88% share (rank #3).
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 38029011 and GST compliance.
What products are classified under HSN 38029011 ?
It includes Activated Alumina
How should mixed supplies be billed when Activated Alumina is sold with other items?
Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Activated Alumina; Nil for exempt items if applicable).
How much GST applies to Activated Alumina?
Under HSN 38029011, Activated Alumina attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.
Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Activated Alumina?
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.
Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Activated Alumina?
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.
Any common misclassification issue with Activated Alumina?
Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.
Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Activated Alumina?
If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.