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# HSN Code 38210000: Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures

- [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 3821: Culture media for micro-organisms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3821/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Prepared culture media for development or maintenance of micro-organism (including viruses and the like) or of plant human or animal cells | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 38210000 ?

It includes Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures?

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 Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures?

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 Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures?

Under HSN 38210000, Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 38210000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹264 Cr (+10.56% YoY) — 0.0072% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹986 Cr (+10.64% YoY) — 0.0162% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹722 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12087 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3821: 100.00% of its exports; import side 100.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3821: #1 of 1 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 17.05% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1575 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +111.08% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3821: 100.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 38210000

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. 3821 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3821 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 102.60 | 0.0045% | — | 100.00% | 426.10 | 0.0119% | — | 100.00% | −323.50 | #1983 |
| FY 2019-20 | 97.76 | 0.0044% | −4.72% | 100.00% | 378.05 | 0.0113% | −11.28% | 100.00% | −280.29 | #2045 |
| FY 2020-21 | 206.35 | 0.0096% | +111.08% | 100.00% | 592.44 | 0.0203% | +56.71% | 100.00% | −386.09 | #1330 |
| FY 2021-22 | 170.18 | 0.0054% | −17.53% | 100.00% | 1,317.18 | 0.0288% | +122.33% | 100.00% | −1,147.00 | #1811 |
| FY 2022-23 | 177.86 | 0.0049% | +4.51% | 100.00% | 896.52 | 0.0156% | −31.94% | 100.00% | −718.66 | #1850 |
| FY 2023-24 | 238.71 | 0.0066% | +34.21% | 100.00% | 891.20 | 0.0159% | −0.59% | 100.00% | −652.49 | #1606 |
| FY 2024-25 | 263.91 | 0.0072% | +10.56% | 100.00% | 986.03 | 0.0162% | +10.64% | 100.00% | −722.12 | #1575 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 17.05%/yr, imports 15.01%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 38210000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 17.05% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 38210000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 17.05% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹102.60 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹263.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38210000 ranked #1575 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 38210000 ranks #1575 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3821, it ranks #1 of 1. By trade surplus, it ranks #12087 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 38210000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38210000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 111.08% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹722.12 Crore in HSN Code 38210000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹986.03 Cr exceeded exports of ₹263.91 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹722.12 Crore — ranking #12087 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 15.01% CAGR signals rising demand for Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures

India's imports under HSN Code 38210000 have grown at 15.01% CAGR, reaching ₹986.03 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38210000 contributes 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 3821 exports — ranked #1

Among the 1 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3821, HSN Code 38210000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 100.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 100.00% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3821

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 38210000: Pentachlorobenzene/Hexachlorobenzene Mixtures (this hsn code) | ₹264 Cr |