HSN Code 39159090: Of Other Plastics

HSN Code 39159090 represents Of Other Plastics under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Of Other Plastics correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 39159090, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Of Other Plastics.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 39159090

HSN Code 39159090 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Of other plastics : Other

Chapter

39 - Plastics and articles thereof

Sub Chapter

3915 - Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 39159090 not include?

Of Other Plastics does not include products with the following descriptions.

Of other plastics :Of polymers of vinyl acetate : Of copolymers of vinyl acetate

Of other plastics : Of alkyds, polyesters and epoxide resins : Of alkyds and polyesters

Of other plastics : Of alkyds, polyesters and epoxide resins : Of pet bottles

Of other plastics : Of alkyds, polyesters and epoxide resins : Of epoxide resins

Of other plastics : Of amino resins; phenolic resins and polyurethanes : Of phenoplast

Of other plastics : Of amino resins; phenolic resins and polyurethanes : Of aminoplast

Of other plastics : Of amino resins; phenolic resins and polyurethanes : Of polyurethanes

Of other plastics : Of cellulose and its chemical derivatives:Of regenerated cellulose

Of other plastics : Of cellulose and its chemical derivatives: Cellulose plastic waste such as cellulose nitrate film scrap non-plasticised

Of other plastics : Of cellulose and its chemical derivatives: Cellulose plastic waste such as cellulose nitrate film scrap plasticised

Of other plastics : Of cellulose and its chemical derivatives: Cellulose plastic waste such as cellulose acetatc film scrap non-plasticised

Of other plastics : Of cellulose and its chemical derivatives: Cellulose plastic waste such as cellulose acetatc film scrap plasticised

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 39159090 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹11 Cr

−16.57% vs FY 2023-24

0.0003% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹16 Cr

−17.42% vs FY 2023-24

0.0003% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹5 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #8606 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 3915

FY 2024-25

71.66%

Share of Sub-Chapter 3915’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 7.87% of Sub-Chapter 3915’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 3915

FY 2024-25

#1 of 22

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 3915

Import-side rank: #2 of 22

At a glance

17.79%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#5649

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+167.94%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

71.66%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3915

Share of Sub-Chapter 3915 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 39159090

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #6068

Balance

−252.34

Exports

4.26 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

YoY

14.48% of Sub-Ch. 3915

Imports

256.60 ₹ Cr

0.0072% share

YoY

52.57% of Sub-Ch. 3915

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #6347

Balance

−100.65

Exports

3.28 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−23.00% YoY

13.77% of Sub-Ch. 3915

Imports

103.93 ₹ Cr

0.0031% share

−59.50% YoY

40.62% of Sub-Ch. 3915

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #5410

Balance

+2.05

Exports

7.61 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+132.01% YoY

31.67% of Sub-Ch. 3915

Imports

5.56 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−94.65% YoY

79.32% of Sub-Ch. 3915

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #4576

Balance

−6.94

Exports

20.39 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+167.94% YoY

43.10% of Sub-Ch. 3915

Imports

27.33 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+391.55% YoY

11.46% of Sub-Ch. 3915

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #4590

Balance

−15.14

Exports

21.40 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+4.95% YoY

66.77% of Sub-Ch. 3915

Imports

36.54 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+33.70% YoY

13.40% of Sub-Ch. 3915

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #5295

Balance

−5.99

Exports

13.64 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

−36.26% YoY

82.47% of Sub-Ch. 3915

Imports

19.63 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−46.28% YoY

9.03% of Sub-Ch. 3915

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #5649

Balance

−4.83

Exports

11.38 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−16.57% YoY

71.66% of Sub-Ch. 3915

Imports

16.21 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−17.42% YoY

7.87% of Sub-Ch. 3915

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

17.79% /yr

Imports

−36.89% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 3915 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹15.88 Cr

Import

₹206.03 Cr

Trade Balance

−190.15

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 39159090 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 17.79% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 39159090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 17.79% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹4.26 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹11.38 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 39159090 Ranked #5649 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 39159090 ranks #5649 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3915, it ranks #1 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #8606 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 39159090 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 39159090 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 167.94% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹4.83 Crore in HSN Code 39159090 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹16.21 Cr exceeded exports of ₹11.38 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹4.83 Crore — ranking #8606 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −36.89% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Of Other Plastics

India's imports under HSN Code 39159090 have grown at −36.89% CAGR, reaching ₹16.21 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 39159090 Contributes 71.66% of Sub-Chapter 3915 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3915, HSN Code 39159090 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 71.66% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.87% share (rank #2).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 39159090 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 39159090 ?

It includes Of Other Plastics

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Of Other Plastics?

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 Of Other Plastics?

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 Of Other Plastics?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Of Other Plastics?

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

How should mixed supplies be billed when Of Other Plastics is sold with other items?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.