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# HSN Code 38244090: Cement additives: 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 3824: Chemical products for moulds & cores](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3824/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Prepared additives for cements, mortars or concretes: Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 38244090 ?

It includes Cement additives: Other

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Cement additives: Other is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cement additives: Other?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cement additives: 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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Cement additives: Other?

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 Cement additives: 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 much GST applies to Cement additives: Other?

Under HSN 38244090, Cement additives: Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 38244090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹326 Cr (+14.06% YoY) — 0.0088% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹371 Cr (−9.64% YoY) — 0.0061% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹46 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10183 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3824: 8.07% of its exports; import side 3.36%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3824: #3 of 58 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 14.28% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1361 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +58.71% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3824: 8.07% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 38244090

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. 3824 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3824 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 146.21 | 0.0064% | — | 6.27% | 594.05 | 0.0166% | — | 9.86% | −447.84 | #1611 |
| FY 2019-20 | 180.21 | 0.0082% | +23.25% | 7.75% | 469.27 | 0.0140% | −21.01% | 8.86% | −289.06 | #1409 |
| FY 2020-21 | 165.76 | 0.0077% | −8.02% | 8.16% | 337.49 | 0.0116% | −28.08% | 5.77% | −171.73 | #1559 |
| FY 2021-22 | 263.07 | 0.0084% | +58.71% | 9.39% | 349.71 | 0.0077% | +3.62% | 4.27% | −86.64 | #1379 |
| FY 2022-23 | 290.67 | 0.0080% | +10.49% | 8.75% | 383.07 | 0.0067% | +9.54% | 4.21% | −92.40 | #1358 |
| FY 2023-24 | 285.55 | 0.0079% | −1.76% | 8.21% | 411.12 | 0.0073% | +7.32% | 4.24% | −125.57 | #1427 |
| FY 2024-25 | 325.71 | 0.0088% | +14.06% | 8.07% | 371.47 | 0.0061% | −9.64% | 3.36% | −45.76 | #1361 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 14.28%/yr, imports -7.53%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 38244090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 14.28% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 38244090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 14.28% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹146.21 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹325.71 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38244090 ranked #1361 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 38244090 ranks #1361 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3824, it ranks #3 of 58. By trade surplus, it ranks #10183 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 38244090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38244090 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 58.71% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹45.76 Crore in HSN Code 38244090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹371.47 Cr exceeded exports of ₹325.71 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹45.76 Crore — ranking #10183 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -7.53% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Cement additives: Other

India's imports under HSN Code 38244090 have grown at -7.53% CAGR, reaching ₹371.47 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 38244090 contributes 8.07% of Sub-Chapter 3824 exports — ranked #3

Among the 58 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3824, HSN Code 38244090 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 8.07% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 3.36% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3824

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 38249900: Prepared Binders & Chemical Products for Foundries](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38249900/) | ₹2,977 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 38243000: Metal Carbides Mixed: Non-Agglomerated or With Metallic Binders](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38243000/) | ₹433 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 38244090: Cement additives: Other (this hsn code) | ₹326 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 38241000: Prepared binders for foundry moulds or cores](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38241000/) | ₹146 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 38244010: Damp Proof/Water Proof Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38244010/) | ₹62 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 38245090: Non-refractory mortars and concrete](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38245090/) | ₹53 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 38246010: Sorbitol Solution: Non-2905 44](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38246010/) | ₹24 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 38249100: Hazardous Waste (Containing Specific Components)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38249100/) | ₹7 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 38248900: Short-Chain Chlorinated Paraffins Mixtures](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38248900/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 38248100: Ethylene Oxide Mixtures](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38248100/) | ₹2 Cr |