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# HSN Code 39094020: Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins

- [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 3909: Primary amino-resins](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3909/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 39094020 ?

It includes Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins?

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 Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins?

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 Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins?

Under HSN 39094020, Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 39094020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹173 Cr (+3.00% YoY) — 0.0047% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹66 Cr (−11.16% YoY) — 0.0011% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹108 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1557 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3909: 9.60% of its exports; import side 0.84%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3909: #4 of 17 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 10.29% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1995 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +69.09% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3909: 9.60% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 39094020

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. 3909 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3909 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 96.38 | 0.0042% | — | 8.92% | 66.95 | 0.0019% | — | 1.42% | +29.43 | #2065 |
| FY 2019-20 | 87.16 | 0.0040% | −9.57% | 8.41% | 52.40 | 0.0016% | −21.73% | 1.31% | +34.76 | #2171 |
| FY 2020-21 | 77.90 | 0.0036% | −10.62% | 7.82% | 58.35 | 0.0020% | +11.36% | 1.43% | +19.55 | #2357 |
| FY 2021-22 | 131.72 | 0.0042% | +69.09% | 9.23% | 62.15 | 0.0014% | +6.51% | 1.03% | +69.57 | #2092 |
| FY 2022-23 | 156.35 | 0.0043% | +18.70% | 8.93% | 57.05 | 0.0010% | −8.21% | 0.78% | +99.30 | #2000 |
| FY 2023-24 | 168.42 | 0.0047% | +7.72% | 9.92% | 73.90 | 0.0013% | +29.54% | 1.10% | +94.52 | #1969 |
| FY 2024-25 | 173.47 | 0.0047% | +3.00% | 9.60% | 65.65 | 0.0011% | −11.16% | 0.84% | +107.82 | #1995 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 10.29%/yr, imports -0.33%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 39094020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 10.29% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 39094020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 10.29% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹96.38 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹173.47 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39094020 ranked #1995 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 39094020 ranks #1995 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3909, it ranks #4 of 17. By trade surplus, it ranks #1557 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 39094020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 39094020 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 69.09% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹107.82 Crore in HSN Code 39094020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹173.47 Cr exceeded imports of ₹65.65 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹107.82 Crore — ranking #1557 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -0.33% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins

India's imports under HSN Code 39094020 have grown at -0.33% CAGR, reaching ₹65.65 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39094020 contributes 9.60% of Sub-Chapter 3909 exports — ranked #4

Among the 17 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3909, HSN Code 39094020 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 9.60% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.84% share (rank #8).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3909

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 39095000: Polyurethanes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39095000/) | ₹718 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 39094090: Phenolic Resins \|Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39094090/) | ₹207 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 39094030: Phenolic resins](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39094030/) | ₹195 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 39094020: Phenolic resins : Phenol formaldehyde resins (this hsn code) | ₹173 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 39092010: Melamine resins : Melamine formaldehyde resins](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39092010/) | ₹140 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 39094040: Phenolic Resins \| Ketonic Resins](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39094040/) | ₹124 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 39093100: Polymeric MDI (Crude/Polymeric)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39093100/) | ₹110 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 39092090: Melamine Resins \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39092090/) | ₹53 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 39091010: Urea formaldehyde resins](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39091010/) | ₹26 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 39091090: Urea Resins; Thiourea Resins \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39091090/) | ₹24 Cr |