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# HSN Code 38180010: Doped elements (Undefused silicon wafers)

- [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 3818: Doped chemical elements](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3818/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Chemical elements doped for use in electronics, in the form of discs, wafers or similar forms; chemical compounds doped for use in electronics: Undefused silicon wafers | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 38180010 ?

It includes Doped elements (Undefused silicon wafers)

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Doped elements (Undefused silicon wafers)?

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 Doped elements (Undefused silicon wafers)?

Under HSN 38180010, Doped elements (Undefused silicon wafers) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Doped elements (Undefused silicon wafers)?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Doped elements (Undefused silicon wafers)?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Doped elements (Undefused silicon wafers)?

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 38180010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−34.65% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,324 Cr (−51.65% YoY) — 0.0218% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,324 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12303 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3818: 4.16% of its exports; import side 97.21%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3818: #2 of 2 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 10.63% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8604 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +2,250.00% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3818: 4.16% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 38180010

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. 3818 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3818 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 1.40% | 146.29 | 0.0041% | — | 22.66% | −145.93 | #8417 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −58.33% | 11.63% | 371.02 | 0.0111% | +153.62% | 36.35% | −370.87 | #8979 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +26.67% | 14.50% | 314.62 | 0.0108% | −15.20% | 48.30% | −314.43 | #8900 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −89.47% | 0.63% | 1,145.94 | 0.0251% | +264.23% | 93.98% | −1,145.92 | #10058 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +2,250.00% | 10.47% | 1,576.03 | 0.0274% | +37.53% | 98.45% | −1,575.56 | #8724 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.01 | 0.0000% | +114.89% | 18.43% | 2,739.06 | 0.0488% | +73.79% | 98.84% | −2,738.05 | #8237 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −34.65% | 4.16% | 1,324.32 | 0.0218% | −51.65% | 97.21% | −1,323.66 | #8604 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 10.63%/yr, imports 44.37%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 38180010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 10.63% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 38180010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 10.63% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.36 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38180010 ranked #8604 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 38180010 ranks #8604 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3818, it ranks #2 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #12303 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 38180010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38180010 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 2,250.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,323.66 Crore in HSN Code 38180010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,324.32 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.66 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,323.66 Crore — ranking #12303 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 44.37% CAGR signals rising demand for Doped elements (Undefused silicon wafers)

India's imports under HSN Code 38180010 have grown at 44.37% CAGR, reaching ₹1,324.32 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38180010 contributes 4.16% of Sub-Chapter 3818 exports — ranked #2

Among the 2 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3818, HSN Code 38180010 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 4.16% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 97.21% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3818

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 38180090: Doped elements for electronics (Other)0](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38180090/) | ₹15 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 38180010: Doped elements (Undefused silicon wafers) (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |