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# HSN Code 38122010: Plasticisers: Phthalate

- [Section 06: Guide to HSN Section 06](https://busy.in/hsn/section-06/)
- [Chapter 38: Miscellaneous Chemical Products](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-38/)
- [Sub-chapter 3812: Rubber/plastic compound accelerators](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3812/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Compound plasticisers for rubber or plastics: Phthalate plasticisers | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 38122010 ?

It includes Plasticisers: Phthalate

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Plasticisers: Phthalate?

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 Plasticisers: Phthalate is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Plasticisers: Phthalate; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### How much GST applies to Plasticisers: Phthalate?

Under HSN 38122010, Plasticisers: Phthalate attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Plasticisers: Phthalate?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Plasticisers: Phthalate?

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 38122010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (+212.07% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹35 Cr (+51.20% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹33 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9937 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3812: 0.10% of its exports; import side 1.18%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3812: #8 of 12 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.00% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7692 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +212.07% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3812: 0.10% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 38122010

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. 3812 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3812 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.81 | 0.0001% | — | 0.27% | 30.59 | 0.0009% | — | 1.26% | −28.78 | #7058 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.21 | 0.0001% | −33.15% | 0.16% | 26.22 | 0.0008% | −14.29% | 1.29% | −25.01 | #7418 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.10 | 0.0001% | −9.09% | 0.14% | 23.39 | 0.0008% | −10.79% | 1.23% | −22.29 | #7587 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −31.82% | 0.05% | 16.01 | 0.0004% | −31.55% | 0.59% | −15.26 | #8246 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +29.33% | 0.07% | 28.17 | 0.0005% | +75.95% | 0.93% | −27.20 | #8121 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −40.21% | 0.04% | 23.30 | 0.0004% | −17.29% | 0.88% | −22.72 | #8681 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.81 | 0.0000% | +212.07% | 0.10% | 35.23 | 0.0006% | +51.20% | 1.18% | −33.42 | #7692 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.00%/yr, imports 2.38%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 38122010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.00% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 38122010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.00% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.81 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.81 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38122010 ranked #7692 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 38122010 ranks #7692 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3812, it ranks #8 of 12. By trade surplus, it ranks #9937 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 38122010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38122010 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 212.07% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹33.42 Crore in HSN Code 38122010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹35.23 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.81 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹33.42 Crore — ranking #9937 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 2.38% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Plasticisers: Phthalate

India's imports under HSN Code 38122010 have grown at 2.38% CAGR, reaching ₹35.23 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38122010 contributes 0.10% of Sub-Chapter 3812 exports — ranked #8

Among the 12 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3812, HSN Code 38122010 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 0.10% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.18% share (rank #8).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3812

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 38123990: Anti-Oxidants & Stabilisers for Rubber/Plastics (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38123990/) | ₹1,092 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 38121000: Prepared Rubber Accelerators](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38121000/) | ₹246 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 38122090: Plasticisers for rubber or plastics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38122090/) | ₹202 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 38123910: Rubber Anti-Oxidants](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38123910/) | ₹198 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 38123100: TMQ (Trimethyl-1,2-Dihydroquinoline) Mixtures](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38123100/) | ₹139 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 38123920: Rubber Softeners](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38123920/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 38123930: Rubber Vulcanising Agents](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38123930/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #8 | HSN Code 38122010: Plasticisers: Phthalate (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |
| — | [HSN Code 38123010: Softeners for Rubber](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38123010/) | — |
| — | [HSN Code 38123020: Vulcanising Agents for Rubber](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38123020/) | — |