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# HSN Code 39172190: Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene

- [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 3917: Plastic tubes & fittings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3917/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Tubes, pipes and hoses, rigid : Of polymers of ethylene: Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 39172190 ?

It includes Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene?

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 Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Any common misclassification issue with Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene?

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 Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene?

Under HSN 39172190, Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 39172190 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹93 Cr (−35.48% YoY) — 0.0025% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹120 Cr (−21.44% YoY) — 0.0020% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹27 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9784 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3917: 3.27% of its exports; import side 4.42%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3917: #8 of 22 by export value; import-side #5

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 10.55% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2758 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +110.53% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3917: 3.27% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 39172190

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. 3917 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3917 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 50.74 | 0.0022% | — | 3.72% | 65.77 | 0.0018% | — | 4.85% | −15.03 | #2839 |
| FY 2019-20 | 76.35 | 0.0035% | +50.47% | 5.89% | 61.99 | 0.0019% | −5.75% | 4.58% | +14.36 | #2333 |
| FY 2020-21 | 48.64 | 0.0023% | −36.29% | 3.48% | 56.66 | 0.0019% | −8.60% | 4.13% | −8.02 | #2977 |
| FY 2021-22 | 102.40 | 0.0033% | +110.53% | 4.75% | 81.01 | 0.0018% | +42.98% | 4.21% | +21.39 | #2377 |
| FY 2022-23 | 123.85 | 0.0034% | +20.95% | 5.31% | 95.34 | 0.0017% | +17.69% | 4.40% | +28.51 | #2260 |
| FY 2023-24 | 143.59 | 0.0040% | +15.94% | 5.99% | 152.72 | 0.0027% | +60.18% | 6.39% | −9.13 | #2154 |
| FY 2024-25 | 92.64 | 0.0025% | −35.48% | 3.27% | 119.97 | 0.0020% | −21.44% | 4.42% | −27.33 | #2758 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 10.55%/yr, imports 10.54%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 39172190 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 10.55% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 39172190 have grown at a compound annual rate of 10.55% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹50.74 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹92.64 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39172190 ranked #2758 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 39172190 ranks #2758 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3917, it ranks #8 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #9784 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 39172190 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 39172190 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 110.53% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹27.33 Crore in HSN Code 39172190 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹119.97 Cr exceeded exports of ₹92.64 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹27.33 Crore — ranking #9784 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.54% CAGR signals rising demand for Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene

India's imports under HSN Code 39172190 have grown at 10.54% CAGR, reaching ₹119.97 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39172190 contributes 3.27% of Sub-Chapter 3917 exports — ranked #8

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3917, HSN Code 39172190 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 3.27% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 4.42% share (rank #5).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3917

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 39172390: Tubes, pipes and hoses, rigid: Of polymers of vinyl chloride: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39172390/) | ₹609 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 39174000: Fittings](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39174000/) | ₹568 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 39173100: Polycarbonates and Other Polymers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39173100/) | ₹468 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 39173990: Other tubes, pipes and hoses : Other: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39173990/) | ₹379 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 39172990: Rigid plastic pipes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39172990/) | ₹221 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 39172110: Rigid Polyethylene Tubes, Pipes and Hoses: Plastics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39172110/) | ₹141 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 39172310: Rigid Tubes & Pipes of Vinyl Chloride Polymers: Seamless Tubes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39172310/) | ₹94 Cr |
| #8 | HSN Code 39172190: Rigid pipes: Polymers of ethylene (this hsn code) | ₹93 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 39173300: Condensation/Rearrangement Polymerization Product Tubes/Pipes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39173300/) | ₹78 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 39173910: Flexible Unsaturated Polyester Sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39173910/) | ₹70 Cr |