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# HSN Code 39123919: Non-plasticized cellulose ethers

- [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 ethers: Other : Non-plascised : Other cellulose ethers | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 39123919 ?

It includes Non-plasticized cellulose ethers

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Non-plasticized cellulose ethers is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Non-plasticized cellulose ethers?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Non-plasticized cellulose ethers?

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 Non-plasticized cellulose ethers?

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 Non-plasticized cellulose ethers?

Under HSN 39123919, Non-plasticized cellulose ethers attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 39123919 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹104 Cr (+41.76% YoY) — 0.0028% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,612 Cr (+23.94% YoY) — 0.0265% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,508 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12353 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3912: 6.85% of its exports; import side 29.37%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3912: #4 of 23 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 42.13% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2620 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +122.43% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3912: 6.85% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 39123919

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 | 12.57 | 0.0006% | — | 2.23% | 534.86 | 0.0149% | — | 18.63% | −522.29 | #4721 |
| FY 2019-20 | 27.96 | 0.0013% | +122.43% | 4.92% | 499.54 | 0.0149% | −6.60% | 17.64% | −471.58 | #3683 |
| FY 2020-21 | 47.81 | 0.0022% | +70.99% | 6.63% | 775.06 | 0.0266% | +55.15% | 23.68% | −727.25 | #3003 |
| FY 2021-22 | 62.73 | 0.0020% | +31.21% | 6.98% | 907.98 | 0.0199% | +17.15% | 23.30% | −845.25 | #3050 |
| FY 2022-23 | 78.13 | 0.0022% | +24.55% | 6.70% | 1,264.78 | 0.0220% | +39.30% | 25.02% | −1,186.65 | #2874 |
| FY 2023-24 | 73.08 | 0.0020% | −6.46% | 5.76% | 1,300.55 | 0.0232% | +2.83% | 27.21% | −1,227.47 | #3003 |
| FY 2024-25 | 103.60 | 0.0028% | +41.76% | 6.85% | 1,611.85 | 0.0265% | +23.94% | 29.37% | −1,508.25 | #2620 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 42.13%/yr, imports 20.18%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 39123919 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 42.13% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 39123919 have grown at a compound annual rate of 42.13% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹12.57 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹103.60 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39123919 ranked #2620 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 39123919 ranks #2620 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3912, it ranks #4 of 23. By trade surplus, it ranks #12353 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 39123919 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 39123919 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 122.43% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,508.25 Crore in HSN Code 39123919 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,611.85 Cr exceeded exports of ₹103.60 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,508.25 Crore — ranking #12353 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 20.18% CAGR signals rising demand for Non-plasticized cellulose ethers

India's imports under HSN Code 39123919 have grown at 20.18% CAGR, reaching ₹1,611.85 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39123919 contributes 6.85% of Sub-Chapter 3912 exports — ranked #4

Among the 23 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3912, HSN Code 39123919 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 6.85% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 29.37% share (rank #1).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |