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# HSN Code 39122011: Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders)

- [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 3912: Cellulose & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3912/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Cellulose nitrates (including collodions): Non-plasticised : Moulding powders | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 39122011 ?

It includes Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders)

### How much GST applies to Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders)?

Under HSN 39122011, Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders)?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders)?

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 Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders)?

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 Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders)?

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 39122011 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (+2,500.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: < ₹1 Crore (Surplus); surplus rank #5019 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3912: 0.02% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3912: #16 of 23 by export value

### Key metrics

- National export rank: #9282 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +2,500.00% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3912: 0.02% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 39122011

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. 3912 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3912 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | −0.28 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −32.14% | 0.01% | −0.19 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +68.42% | 0.01% | −0.32 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.05 | #9890 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −80.00% | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.01 | #10473 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +2,500.00% | 0.02% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.26 | #9282 |

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 39122011 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 39122011

India exported ₹0.26 Crore worth of Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders) in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### HSN Code 39122011 ranked #9282 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 39122011 ranks #9282 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3912, it ranks #16 of 23. By trade surplus, it ranks #5019 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 39122011 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 39122011 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 2,500.00% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹0.26 Crore in HSN Code 39122011 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.26 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.26 Crore — ranking #5019 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 39122011 contributes 0.02% of Sub-Chapter 3912 exports — ranked #16

Among the 23 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3912, HSN Code 39122011 ranks #16 by export value — accounting for 0.02% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3912

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 39129090: Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39129090/) | ₹1,021 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 39123100: Carboxymethyl cellulose and salts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39123100/) | ₹123 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 39122029: Cellulose nitrates: Plasticised](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39122029/) | ₹107 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 39123919: Non-plasticized cellulose ethers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39123919/) | ₹104 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 39122019: Non-plasticised cellulose nitrates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39122019/) | ₹90 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 39123929: Cellulose ethers: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39123929/) | ₹22 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 39123911: Ethylcellulose, non-plasticized](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39123911/) | ₹21 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 39121190: Cellulose acetates : Non-plasticised: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39121190/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 39129010: Cellulose propionate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39129010/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 39123922: Methyl cellulose](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39123922/) | ₹4 Cr |
| #16 | HSN Code 39122011: Cellulose nitrates (Non-plasticised, Moulding powders) (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |