HSN Code 38260000: Biodiesel

HSN Code 38260000 represents Biodiesel under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Biodiesel correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 38260000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Biodiesel.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 38260000

HSN Code 38260000 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Biodiesel and mixtures thereof, not containing or containing less than 70 % by weight of petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous mineralsBio Diesel( other than supplied to Oil marketing companies for belnding with high speed diesel )

Chapter

38 - Miscellaneous chemical products

Sub Chapter

3826 - Biodiesel and mixtures thereof, not containing or containing less than 70 % by weight of petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

Description of Goods

Bio Diesel Supplied to Oil marketing companies for belnding with high speed diesel

Chapter

38 - Miscellaneous chemical products

Sub Chapter

3826 - Biodiesel and mixtures thereof, not containing or containing less than 70 % by weight of petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

Description of Goods

Biodiesel and mixtures thereof, not containing or containing less than 70 % by weight of petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals (other than bio-diesel supplied to Oil Marketing Companies for blending with High Speed Diesel)

Chapter

38 - Miscellaneous chemical products

Sub Chapter

3826 - Biodiesel and mixtures thereof, not containing or containing less than 70 % by weight of petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals

CGST

6%

SGST

6%

IGST

12%

CESS

0%

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 38260000 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹5 Cr

−52.21% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

−96.60% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹5 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #3784 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 3826

FY 2024-25

100.00%

Share of Sub-Chapter 3826’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 3826’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 3826

FY 2024-25

#1 of 1

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 3826

Import-side rank: #1 of 1

At a glance

−42.68%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#6745

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+110.35%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

100.00%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3826

Share of Sub-Chapter 3826 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 38260000

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #1740

Balance

+10.46

Exports

128.30 ₹ Cr

0.0056% share

— YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

Imports

117.84 ₹ Cr

0.0033% share

— YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1166

Balance

+227.14

Exports

240.67 ₹ Cr

0.0109% share

+87.58% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

Imports

13.53 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

−88.52% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #3802

Balance

+18.85

Exports

26.95 ₹ Cr

0.0013% share

−88.80% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

Imports

8.10 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−40.13% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #3191

Balance

+33.77

Exports

56.69 ₹ Cr

0.0018% share

+110.35% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

Imports

22.92 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+182.96% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #3782

Balance

+37.19

Exports

39.84 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

−29.72% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

Imports

2.65 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−88.44% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #5797

Balance

+8.05

Exports

9.52 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−76.10% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

Imports

1.47 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−44.53% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #6745

Balance

+4.50

Exports

4.55 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−52.21% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−96.60% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 3826

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−42.68% /yr

Imports

−72.59% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 3826 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹4.55 Cr

Import

₹0.05 Cr

Trade Balance

+4.50

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 38260000 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −42.68% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 38260000 have declined at a compound annual rate of −42.68% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹128.30 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹4.55 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 38260000 Ranked #6745 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 38260000 ranks #6745 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3826, it ranks #1 of 1. By trade surplus, it ranks #3784 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 38260000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 38260000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 110.35% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹4.50 Crore in HSN Code 38260000 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹4.55 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.05 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹4.50 Crore — ranking #3784 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −72.59% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Biodiesel

India's imports under HSN Code 38260000 have grown at −72.59% CAGR, reaching ₹0.05 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 38260000 Contributes 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 3826 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 1 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3826, HSN Code 38260000 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).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 38260000 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 38260000 ?

It includes Biodiesel

How should mixed supplies be billed when Biodiesel is sold with other items?

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

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Biodiesel?

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.

Any common misclassification issue with Biodiesel?

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

How much GST applies to Biodiesel?

Under HSN 38260000, Biodiesel attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Biodiesel?

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 Biodiesel?

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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.