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# HSN Code 39206919: Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets

- [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 3920: Plastic Plates & Sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3920/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Of polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters or other polyesters : Of other polyesters : Packaging film : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 39206919 ?

It includes Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets

### Any common misclassification issue with Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets?

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 Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets?

Under HSN 39206919, Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets?

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 39206919 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹837 Cr (+5.43% YoY) — 0.0227% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹200 Cr (+21.58% YoY) — 0.0033% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹637 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #507 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3920: 7.09% of its exports; import side 1.32%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3920: #4 of 110 by export value; import-side #17

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 8.42% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #617 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +26.66% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3920: 7.09% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 39206919

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. 3920 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3920 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 514.98 | 0.0225% | — | 7.13% | 87.93 | 0.0025% | — | 1.07% | +427.05 | #640 |
| FY 2019-20 | 530.07 | 0.0241% | +2.93% | 7.67% | 110.87 | 0.0033% | +26.09% | 1.31% | +419.20 | #611 |
| FY 2020-21 | 549.31 | 0.0255% | +3.63% | 6.86% | 75.13 | 0.0026% | −32.24% | 0.95% | +474.18 | #631 |
| FY 2021-22 | 695.74 | 0.0222% | +26.66% | 6.49% | 130.11 | 0.0028% | +73.18% | 1.05% | +565.63 | #634 |
| FY 2022-23 | 764.14 | 0.0211% | +9.83% | 7.49% | 182.14 | 0.0032% | +39.99% | 1.26% | +582.00 | #633 |
| FY 2023-24 | 793.49 | 0.0219% | +3.84% | 7.90% | 164.16 | 0.0029% | −9.87% | 1.09% | +629.33 | #623 |
| FY 2024-25 | 836.54 | 0.0227% | +5.43% | 7.09% | 199.58 | 0.0033% | +21.58% | 1.32% | +636.96 | #617 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 8.42%/yr, imports 14.64%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 39206919 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 8.42% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 39206919 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.42% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹514.98 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹836.54 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39206919 ranked #617 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 39206919 ranks #617 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3920, it ranks #4 of 110. By trade surplus, it ranks #507 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 39206919 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 39206919 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 26.66% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹636.96 Crore in HSN Code 39206919 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹836.54 Cr exceeded imports of ₹199.58 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹636.96 Crore — ranking #507 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 14.64% CAGR signals rising demand for Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets

India's imports under HSN Code 39206919 have grown at 14.64% CAGR, reaching ₹199.58 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 39206919 contributes 7.09% of Sub-Chapter 3920 exports — ranked #4

Among the 110 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3920, HSN Code 39206919 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 7.09% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.32% share (rank #17).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3920

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 39206220: Flexible Plain Poly(ethylene terephthalate)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39206220/) | ₹2,233 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 39202020: Polymers Of Propylene\| Flexible, Plain](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39202020/) | ₹2,021 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 39202090: Of Polymers Of Propylene \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39202090/) | ₹1,386 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 39206919: Cellulose Nitrate/Celluloid Sheets (this hsn code) | ₹837 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 39206290: Other Poly(ethylene terephthalate)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39206290/) | ₹814 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 39206929: Other Polyester Sun/Dust Control Film](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39206929/) | ₹714 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 39204900: Of Polymers Of Vinyl Chloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39204900/) | ₹703 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 39201019: Polyethylene sheets, other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39201019/) | ₹629 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 39201012: Flexible polyethylene sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39201012/) | ₹535 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 39201099: Of Polymers Of Ehtylene \|Other \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-39201099/) | ₹273 Cr |