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# HSN Code 38151900: Supported Catalysts | Other

- [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 3815: Catalytic preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3815/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Supported catalysts : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 38151900 ?

It includes Supported Catalysts | Other

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Supported Catalysts / 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.

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

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Supported Catalysts / Other?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Supported Catalysts / Other?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Supported Catalysts / 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 38151900 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹107 Cr (−6.16% YoY) — 0.0029% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,589 Cr (−25.86% YoY) — 0.0261% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,482 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12347 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3815: 6.32% of its exports; import side 27.76%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3815: #3 of 5 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -12.76% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2572 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +29.17% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3815: 6.32% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 38151900

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. 3815 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3815 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 242.66 | 0.0106% | — | 20.91% | 850.91 | 0.0237% | — | 19.75% | −608.25 | #1155 |
| FY 2019-20 | 171.37 | 0.0078% | −29.38% | 14.82% | 773.42 | 0.0231% | −9.11% | 18.99% | −602.05 | #1456 |
| FY 2020-21 | 106.65 | 0.0050% | −37.77% | 8.06% | 892.87 | 0.0306% | +15.44% | 22.76% | −786.22 | #1997 |
| FY 2021-22 | 137.76 | 0.0044% | +29.17% | 9.67% | 1,396.77 | 0.0306% | +56.44% | 26.25% | −1,259.01 | #2038 |
| FY 2022-23 | 93.03 | 0.0026% | −32.47% | 5.37% | 1,347.69 | 0.0234% | −3.51% | 23.92% | −1,254.66 | #2626 |
| FY 2023-24 | 114.04 | 0.0032% | +22.58% | 6.06% | 2,142.68 | 0.0382% | +58.99% | 31.70% | −2,028.64 | #2407 |
| FY 2024-25 | 107.01 | 0.0029% | −6.16% | 6.32% | 1,588.57 | 0.0261% | −25.86% | 27.76% | −1,481.56 | #2572 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -12.76%/yr, imports 10.97%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 38151900 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -12.76% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 38151900 have declined at a compound annual rate of -12.76% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹242.66 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹107.01 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38151900 ranked #2572 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 38151900 ranks #2572 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3815, it ranks #3 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #12347 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 38151900 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38151900 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 29.17% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,481.56 Crore in HSN Code 38151900 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,588.57 Cr exceeded exports of ₹107.01 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,481.56 Crore — ranking #12347 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.97% CAGR signals rising demand for Supported Catalysts | Other

India's imports under HSN Code 38151900 have grown at 10.97% CAGR, reaching ₹1,588.57 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38151900 contributes 6.32% of Sub-Chapter 3815 exports — ranked #3

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3815, HSN Code 38151900 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 6.32% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 27.76% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3815

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 38159000: Reaction Initiators & Catalytic Preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38159000/) | ₹898 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 38151100: Supported Catalysts with Nickel as Active Substance](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38151100/) | ₹519 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 38151900: Supported Catalysts \| Other (this hsn code) | ₹107 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 38151290: Organic Chemicals for Polymerisation](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38151290/) | ₹96 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 38151210: Platinum/Palladium Activated Carbon Catalysts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38151210/) | ₹73 Cr |