HSN Code 38101020: Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels)

HSN Code 38101020 represents Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 38101020, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels).

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 38101020

HSN Code 38101020 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Pickling preparations for metal surfaces; soldering, brazing or welding powders and pastes consisting of metal and other materials: Thermite portion for welding (alumina thermic heat generators)

Chapter

38 - Miscellaneous chemical products

Sub Chapter

3810 - Pickling preparations for metal surfaces; fluxes and other auxiliary preparations for soldering, brazing or welding; soldering, brazing or welding powders and pastes consisting of metal and other materials; preparations of a kind used as cores or coatings for welding electrodes or rods

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 38101020 not include?

Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels) does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 38101010

Pickling preparations for metal surfaces; soldering, brazing or welding powders and pastes consisting of metal and other materials:Pickling preparations and other soldering,brazing or welding powders or pastes

HSN Code 38101090

Pickling preparations for metal surfaces; soldering, brazing or welding powders and pastes consisting of metal and other materials: Other

HSN Code 38109010

Other: Preparations of a kind used as cores or coatings for welding electrodes and rods

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 38101020 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹16 Cr

+100.37% vs FY 2023-24

0.0004% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

−7.02% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹16 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #2993 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 3810

FY 2024-25

11.03%

Share of Sub-Chapter 3810’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.06% of Sub-Chapter 3810’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 3810

FY 2024-25

#3 of 5

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 3810

Import-side rank: #5 of 5

At a glance

17.10%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#5135

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+159.40%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2019-20 · strongest single-year move

11.03%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3810

Share of Sub-Chapter 3810 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 38101020

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #5551

Balance

+6.36

Exports

6.38 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

— YoY

5.67% of Sub-Ch. 3810

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 3810

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #4373

Balance

+16.41

Exports

16.55 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

+159.40% YoY

12.67% of Sub-Ch. 3810

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+600.00% YoY

0.04% of Sub-Ch. 3810

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #5843

Balance

+5.38

Exports

5.43 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−67.19% YoY

4.62% of Sub-Ch. 3810

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−64.29% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 3810

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #7052

Balance

+2.58

Exports

2.60 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−52.12% YoY

2.80% of Sub-Ch. 3810

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−60.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 3810

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #6415

Balance

+5.04

Exports

5.20 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+100.00% YoY

3.53% of Sub-Ch. 3810

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+700.00% YoY

0.02% of Sub-Ch. 3810

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #5982

Balance

+7.64

Exports

8.21 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+57.88% YoY

5.53% of Sub-Ch. 3810

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+256.25% YoY

0.08% of Sub-Ch. 3810

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #5135

Balance

+15.92

Exports

16.45 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+100.37% YoY

11.03% of Sub-Ch. 3810

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−7.02% YoY

0.06% of Sub-Ch. 3810

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

17.10% /yr

Imports

72.67% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 3810 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹149.17 Cr

Import

₹850.44 Cr

Trade Balance

−701.27

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 38101020 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 17.10% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 38101020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 17.10% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹6.38 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹16.45 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 38101020 Ranked #5135 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 38101020 ranks #5135 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3810, it ranks #3 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #2993 of 12657.

FY 2019-20 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 38101020 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38101020 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 159.40% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹15.92 Crore in HSN Code 38101020 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹16.45 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.53 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹15.92 Crore — ranking #2993 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 72.67% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels)

India's imports under HSN Code 38101020 have grown at 72.67% CAGR, reaching ₹0.53 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 38101020 Contributes 11.03% of Sub-Chapter 3810 Exports — Ranked #3

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3810, HSN Code 38101020 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 11.03% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.06% share (rank #5).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 38101020 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 38101020 ?

It includes Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels)

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels)?

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 Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels)?

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 Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels)?

Under HSN 38101020, Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Any common misclassification issue with Photovoltaic Cells (Not in Modules/Panels)?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.