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# HSN Code 39021000: Polypropylene

- [Section 07: Guide to HSN Section 07](https://busy.in/hsn/section-07/)
- [Chapter 39: Plastics and Articles Thereof](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-39/)
- [Sub-chapter 3902: Polypropylene polymers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3902/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Polypropylene | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 39021000 ?

It includes Polypropylene

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Polypropylene?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Polypropylene?

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 Polypropylene?

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.

### How much GST applies to Polypropylene?

Under HSN 39021000, Polypropylene attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 39021000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3,179 Cr (+6.54% YoY) — 0.0864% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹9,739 Cr (−8.01% YoY) — 0.1603% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹6,559 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12572 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3902: 86.25% of its exports; import side 60.79%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3902: #1 of 4 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -9.23% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #159 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +39.22% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3902: 86.25% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 39021000

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. 3902 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3902 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 5,684.52 | 0.2488% | — | 94.52% | 5,368.89 | 0.1498% | — | 62.64% | +315.63 | #47 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3,619.35 | 0.1644% | −36.33% | 92.21% | 5,610.79 | 0.1676% | +4.51% | 64.21% | −1,991.44 | #80 |
| FY 2020-21 | 5,038.86 | 0.2343% | +39.22% | 88.41% | 4,766.59 | 0.1636% | −15.05% | 62.34% | +272.27 | #53 |
| FY 2021-22 | 4,929.24 | 0.1571% | −2.18% | 88.83% | 8,522.46 | 0.1865% | +78.80% | 64.77% | −3,593.22 | #84 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2,927.81 | 0.0809% | −40.60% | 86.31% | 12,531.71 | 0.2180% | +47.04% | 69.16% | −9,603.90 | #166 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2,984.30 | 0.0825% | +1.93% | 86.27% | 10,586.43 | 0.1885% | −15.52% | 65.47% | −7,602.13 | #172 |
| FY 2024-25 | 3,179.33 | 0.0864% | +6.54% | 86.25% | 9,738.52 | 0.1603% | −8.01% | 60.79% | −6,559.19 | #159 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -9.23%/yr, imports 10.43%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 39021000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -9.23% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 39021000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -9.23% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹5,684.52 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3,179.33 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39021000 ranked #159 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 39021000 ranks #159 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3902, it ranks #1 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #12572 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 39021000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 39021000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 39.22% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹6,559.19 Crore in HSN Code 39021000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹9,738.52 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3,179.33 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹6,559.19 Crore — ranking #12572 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.43% CAGR signals rising demand for Polypropylene

India's imports under HSN Code 39021000 have grown at 10.43% CAGR, reaching ₹9,738.52 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39021000 contributes 86.25% of Sub-Chapter 3902 exports — ranked #1

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3902, HSN Code 39021000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 86.25% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 60.79% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3902

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 39021000: Polypropylene (this hsn code) | ₹3,179 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 39023000: Propylene Copolymers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39023000/) | ₹222 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 39022000: Poly iso butylene](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39022000/) | ₹177 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 39029000: Polymers in Primary Forms](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39029000/) | ₹108 Cr |