--- title: "HSN Code for Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms | HSN 39129090 GST Rate" description: "Find HSN and GST Rates for 39129090 related to Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms with BUSY Accounting - The reliable source for HSN and GST details in India." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39129090/" --- # HSN Code 39129090: Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms - [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 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Other : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 39129090 ? It includes Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms ### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms? 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 Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms? 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 should mixed supplies be billed when Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms is sold with other items? Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms; Nil for exempt items if applicable). ### Any common misclassification issue with Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms? Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection. ### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms? 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 Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms? Under HSN 39129090, Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice. ## India's trade performance: HSN Code 39129090 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹1,021 Cr (+21.65% YoY) — 0.0277% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹1,068 Cr (+8.42% YoY) — 0.0176% of India's total imports - Trade balance: −₹48 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10210 of 12657 HSN codes - Share of Sub-Chapter 3912: 67.44% of its exports; import side 19.46% - Rank within Sub-Chapter 3912: #1 of 23 by export value; import-side #3 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 20.96% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #513 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +31.27% in FY 2022-23 - Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3912: 67.44% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 39129090 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 | 325.84 | 0.0143% | — | 57.78% | 946.97 | 0.0264% | — | 32.99% | −621.13 | #936 | | FY 2019-20 | 353.03 | 0.0160% | +8.34% | 62.16% | 919.56 | 0.0275% | −2.89% | 32.46% | −566.53 | #871 | | FY 2020-21 | 437.86 | 0.0204% | +24.03% | 60.76% | 836.28 | 0.0287% | −9.06% | 25.56% | −398.42 | #767 | | FY 2021-22 | 563.50 | 0.0180% | +28.69% | 62.73% | 955.92 | 0.0209% | +14.31% | 24.53% | −392.42 | #775 | | FY 2022-23 | 739.71 | 0.0204% | +31.27% | 63.41% | 1,094.40 | 0.0190% | +14.49% | 21.65% | −354.69 | #656 | | FY 2023-24 | 838.99 | 0.0232% | +13.42% | 66.16% | 985.21 | 0.0175% | −9.98% | 20.61% | −146.22 | #593 | | FY 2024-25 | 1,020.64 | 0.0277% | +21.65% | 67.44% | 1,068.18 | 0.0176% | +8.42% | 19.46% | −47.54 | #513 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 20.96%/yr, imports 2.03%/yr (consistently Deficit) ## Key trade insights: HSN Code 39129090 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 20.96% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Code 39129090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 20.96% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹325.84 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,020.64 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Code 39129090 ranked #513 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 39129090 ranks #513 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3912, it ranks #1 of 23. By trade surplus, it ranks #10210 of 12657. ### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 39129090 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 39129090 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 31.27% over the prior year. ### India records a trade deficit of ₹47.54 Crore in HSN Code 39129090 goods In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,068.18 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1,020.64 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹47.54 Crore — ranking #10210 of 12657 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 2.03% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other cellulose and chemical derivatives in primary forms India's imports under HSN Code 39129090 have grown at 2.03% CAGR, reaching ₹1,068.18 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Code 39129090 contributes 67.44% of Sub-Chapter 3912 exports — ranked #1 Among the 23 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3912, HSN Code 39129090 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 67.44% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 19.46% share (rank #3). ## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |