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# HSN Code 38170019: Other Mixed 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 : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 38170019 ?

It includes Other Mixed Alkylbenzenes

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Mixed 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.

### How much GST applies to Other Mixed Alkylbenzenes?

Under HSN 38170019, Other Mixed Alkylbenzenes attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Mixed Alkylbenzenes is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Mixed 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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Mixed Alkylbenzenes?

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 38170019 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹32 Cr (+36.34% YoY) — 0.0009% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹107 Cr (+22.63% YoY) — 0.0018% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹76 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10570 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3817: 85.92% of its exports; import side 2.91%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3817: #1 of 3 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 43.13% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4255 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +798.85% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3817: 85.92% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 38170019

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 | 3.67 | 0.0002% | — | 100.00% | 9.10 | 0.0003% | — | 0.43% | −5.43 | #6239 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.52 | 0.0001% | −31.34% | 99.60% | 14.71 | 0.0004% | +61.65% | 0.62% | −12.19 | #6683 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.49 | 0.0002% | +38.49% | 35.91% | 42.80 | 0.0015% | +190.96% | 1.97% | −39.31 | #6378 |
| FY 2021-22 | 31.37 | 0.0010% | +798.85% | 41.90% | 69.12 | 0.0015% | +61.50% | 2.07% | −37.75 | #3994 |
| FY 2022-23 | 7.49 | 0.0002% | −76.12% | 34.84% | 63.75 | 0.0011% | −7.77% | 1.21% | −56.26 | #6001 |
| FY 2023-24 | 23.14 | 0.0006% | +208.95% | 53.31% | 87.41 | 0.0016% | +37.11% | 2.57% | −64.27 | #4560 |
| FY 2024-25 | 31.55 | 0.0009% | +36.34% | 85.92% | 107.19 | 0.0018% | +22.63% | 2.91% | −75.64 | #4255 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 43.13%/yr, imports 50.84%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 38170019 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 43.13% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 38170019 have grown at a compound annual rate of 43.13% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3.67 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹31.55 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38170019 ranked #4255 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 38170019 ranks #4255 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3817, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #10570 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 38170019 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38170019 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 798.85% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹75.64 Crore in HSN Code 38170019 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹107.19 Cr exceeded exports of ₹31.55 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹75.64 Crore — ranking #10570 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 50.84% CAGR signals rising demand for Other Mixed Alkylbenzenes

India's imports under HSN Code 38170019 have grown at 50.84% CAGR, reaching ₹107.19 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38170019 contributes 85.92% of Sub-Chapter 3817 exports — ranked #1

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3817, HSN Code 38170019 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 85.92% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.91% share (rank #2).

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