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# HSN Code 38170011: Linear Alkylbenzenes

- [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 3817: Mixed alkylbenzenes & naphthalenes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3817/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Mixed alkylbenzenes and mixed alkylnaphthalenes, other than those of heading 2707 or 2902: Mixed alkylbenzenes : Linear alkylbenzenes | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 38170011 ?

It includes Linear Alkylbenzenes

### Any common misclassification issue with Linear Alkylbenzenes?

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 Linear Alkylbenzenes?

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

### How much GST applies to Linear Alkylbenzenes?

Under HSN 38170011, Linear Alkylbenzenes attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Linear Alkylbenzenes?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Linear Alkylbenzenes is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Linear Alkylbenzenes?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 38170011 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1 Cr (−90.60% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹3,563 Cr (+8.52% YoY) — 0.0586% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹3,561 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12516 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3817: 3.81% of its exports; import side 96.66%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3817: #3 of 3 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- National export rank: #7935 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +31,050.00% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3817: 3.81% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 38170011

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. 3817 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3817 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 2,091.01 | 0.0583% | — | 99.53% | −2,091.01 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.79% | 2,353.01 | 0.0703% | +12.53% | 99.32% | −2,352.99 | #9717 |
| FY 2020-21 | 6.23 | 0.0003% | +31,050.00% | 64.09% | 2,116.47 | 0.0726% | −10.05% | 97.47% | −2,110.24 | #5654 |
| FY 2021-22 | 43.25 | 0.0014% | +594.22% | 57.77% | 3,263.66 | 0.0714% | +54.20% | 97.64% | −3,220.41 | #3566 |
| FY 2022-23 | 3.47 | 0.0001% | −91.98% | 16.14% | 5,155.05 | 0.0897% | +57.95% | 98.04% | −5,151.58 | #6843 |
| FY 2023-24 | 14.89 | 0.0004% | +329.11% | 34.30% | 3,283.00 | 0.0585% | −36.31% | 96.62% | −3,268.11 | #5172 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.40 | 0.0000% | −90.60% | 3.81% | 3,562.59 | 0.0586% | +8.52% | 96.66% | −3,561.19 | #7935 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 9.29%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 38170011 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 38170011

India exported ₹1.40 Crore worth of Linear Alkylbenzenes in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### HSN Code 38170011 ranked #7935 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 38170011 ranks #7935 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3817, it ranks #3 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #12516 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 38170011 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38170011 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 31,050.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹3,561.19 Crore in HSN Code 38170011 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹3,562.59 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.40 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹3,561.19 Crore — ranking #12516 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.29% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Linear Alkylbenzenes

India's imports under HSN Code 38170011 have grown at 9.29% CAGR, reaching ₹3,562.59 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38170011 contributes 3.81% of Sub-Chapter 3817 exports — ranked #3

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3817, HSN Code 38170011 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 3.81% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 96.66% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3817

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 38170019: Other Mixed Alkylbenzenes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38170019/) | ₹32 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 38170020: Mixed Alkylnaphthalenes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38170020/) | ₹4 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 38170011: Linear Alkylbenzenes (this hsn code) | ₹1 Cr |