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# HSN Code 39172990: Rigid plastic pipes

- [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 Other Plastics : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 39172990 ?

It includes Rigid plastic pipes

### Any common misclassification issue with Rigid plastic pipes?

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 plastic pipes?

Under HSN 39172990, Rigid plastic pipes attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Rigid plastic pipes is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Rigid plastic pipes?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Rigid plastic pipes?

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 Rigid plastic pipes?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 39172990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹221 Cr (+60.35% YoY) — 0.0060% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹460 Cr (+19.05% YoY) — 0.0076% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹239 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11443 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3917: 7.81% of its exports; import side 16.95%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3917: #5 of 22 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 15.71% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1735 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +60.35% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3917: 7.81% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 39172990

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 | 92.15 | 0.0040% | — | 6.75% | 272.03 | 0.0076% | — | 20.07% | −179.88 | #2110 |
| FY 2019-20 | 79.70 | 0.0036% | −13.51% | 6.15% | 252.64 | 0.0075% | −7.13% | 18.68% | −172.94 | #2278 |
| FY 2020-21 | 99.31 | 0.0046% | +24.60% | 7.11% | 259.85 | 0.0089% | +2.85% | 18.93% | −160.54 | #2080 |
| FY 2021-22 | 120.49 | 0.0038% | +21.33% | 5.58% | 357.38 | 0.0078% | +37.53% | 18.57% | −236.89 | #2180 |
| FY 2022-23 | 115.78 | 0.0032% | −3.91% | 4.97% | 377.37 | 0.0066% | +5.59% | 17.43% | −261.59 | #2344 |
| FY 2023-24 | 137.89 | 0.0038% | +19.10% | 5.75% | 386.44 | 0.0069% | +2.40% | 16.16% | −248.55 | #2210 |
| FY 2024-25 | 221.11 | 0.0060% | +60.35% | 7.81% | 460.07 | 0.0076% | +19.05% | 16.95% | −238.96 | #1735 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 15.71%/yr, imports 9.15%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 39172990 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 15.71% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 39172990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 15.71% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹92.15 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹221.11 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39172990 ranked #1735 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 39172990 ranks #1735 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3917, it ranks #5 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #11443 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 39172990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 39172990 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 60.35% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹238.96 Crore in HSN Code 39172990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹460.07 Cr exceeded exports of ₹221.11 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹238.96 Crore — ranking #11443 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.15% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Rigid plastic pipes

India's imports under HSN Code 39172990 have grown at 9.15% CAGR, reaching ₹460.07 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39172990 contributes 7.81% of Sub-Chapter 3917 exports — ranked #5

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3917, HSN Code 39172990 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 7.81% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 16.95% share (rank #4).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39172190/) | ₹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 |