HSN Code 39211900: Cellular plastics (Other)
HSN Code 39211900 represents Cellular plastics (Other) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cellular plastics (Other) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 39211900, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Cellular plastics (Other).
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Description of Goods for HSN Code 39211900
HSN Code 39211900 relates to the following description.
What does HSN Code 39211900 not include?
Cellular plastics (Other) does not include products with the following descriptions.
Cellular : Of polymers of styrene
Cellular : Of polymers of vinyl chloride
Cellular : Of polyurethanes: Flexible
Cellular : Of polyurethanes: Other
Cellular : Of regenerated cellulose
Other :Thermocol
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Rigid, lacquered
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Flexible, lacquered
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Rigid, metallised
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Flexible, metallised
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Rigid, laminated
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Flexible, laminated
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Other
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Rigid, lacquered
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Flexible, lacquered
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Rigid, metallised
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Flexible, metallised
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Rigid, laminated
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Flexible, laminated
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Other
Other : Other : Rigid, lacquered
Other : Other : Flexible, lacquered
Other : Other : Rigid, metallised
Other : Other : Flexible, metallised
Other : Other : Rigid, laminated
Other : Other : Flexible, laminated
Other : Other : Other
Cellular : Of polymers of styrene
Cellular : Of polymers of vinyl chloride
Cellular : Of polyurethanes: Flexible
Cellular : Of polyurethanes: Other
Cellular : Of regenerated cellulose
Other :Thermocol
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Rigid, lacquered
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Flexible, lacquered
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Rigid, metallised
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Flexible, metallised
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Rigid, laminated
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Flexible, laminated
Other :Of polymers of vinyl chloride : Other
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Rigid, lacquered
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Flexible, lacquered
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Rigid, metallised
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Flexible, metallised
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Rigid, laminated
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Flexible, laminated
Other : Of regenerated cellulose : Other
Other : Other : Rigid, lacquered
Other : Other : Flexible, lacquered
Other : Other : Rigid, metallised
Other : Other : Flexible, metallised
Other : Other : Rigid, laminated
Other : Other : Flexible, laminated
Other : Other : Other
India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 39211900 in FY 2024-25
India’s Exports
FY 2024-25₹133 Cr
0.0036% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2024-25₹712 Cr
0.0117% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2024-25−₹580 Cr
Surplus rank #11987 of 12657 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 3921
FY 2024-253.70%
Share of Sub-Chapter 3921’s total exports in FY 2024-25
Import side: 16.31% of Sub-Chapter 3921’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 3921
FY 2024-25#5 of 28
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 3921
Import-side rank: #2 of 28
At a glance
17.18%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years
#2305
National Export Rank
of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25
+60.28%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move
3.70%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3921
Share of Sub-Chapter 3921 exports in FY 2024-25
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 39211900
7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
−269.74
Exports
51.26 ₹ Cr
0.0022% share
— YoY
2.11% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Imports
321.00 ₹ Cr
0.0090% share
— YoY
15.00% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Balance
−314.73
Exports
43.23 ₹ Cr
0.0020% share
−15.67% YoY
1.78% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Imports
357.96 ₹ Cr
0.0107% share
+11.51% YoY
15.44% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Balance
−412.17
Exports
69.29 ₹ Cr
0.0032% share
+60.28% YoY
2.83% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Imports
481.46 ₹ Cr
0.0165% share
+34.50% YoY
17.32% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Balance
−541.99
Exports
99.62 ₹ Cr
0.0032% share
+43.77% YoY
3.30% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Imports
641.61 ₹ Cr
0.0140% share
+33.26% YoY
16.68% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Balance
−514.26
Exports
124.85 ₹ Cr
0.0034% share
+25.33% YoY
4.06% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Imports
639.11 ₹ Cr
0.0111% share
−0.39% YoY
14.91% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Balance
−542.01
Exports
85.01 ₹ Cr
0.0023% share
−31.91% YoY
2.84% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Imports
627.02 ₹ Cr
0.0112% share
−1.89% YoY
14.61% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Balance
−579.53
Exports
132.72 ₹ Cr
0.0036% share
+56.12% YoY
3.70% of Sub-Ch. 3921
Imports
712.25 ₹ Cr
0.0117% share
+13.59% YoY
16.31% of Sub-Ch. 3921
CAGR · 7-Year
Exports
17.18% /yr
Imports
14.21% /yr
reference, FY 2024-25
Export
₹3,583.32 Cr
Import
₹4,367.95 Cr
Trade Balance
−784.63
Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 39211900 Export-Import Analysis
Consistent Export Growth: 17.18% CAGR Over 7 Years
India's exports under HSN Code 39211900 have grown at a compound annual rate of 17.18% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹51.26 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹132.72 Crore in FY 2024-25.
HSN Code 39211900 Ranked #2305 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value
In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 39211900 ranks #2305 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3921, it ranks #5 of 28. By trade surplus, it ranks #11987 of 12657.
FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 39211900 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 39211900 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 60.28% over the prior year.
India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹579.53 Crore in HSN Code 39211900 Goods
In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹712.25 Cr exceeded exports of ₹132.72 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹579.53 Crore — ranking #11987 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.
Import Growth of 14.21% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Cellular plastics (Other)
India's imports under HSN Code 39211900 have grown at 14.21% CAGR, reaching ₹712.25 Crore in FY 2024-25.
HSN Code 39211900 Contributes 3.70% of Sub-Chapter 3921 Exports — Ranked #5
Among the 28 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3921, HSN Code 39211900 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 3.70% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 16.31% share (rank #2).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 39211900 and GST compliance.
What products are classified under HSN 39211900 ?
It includes Cellular plastics (Other)
Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cellular plastics (Other)?
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 Cellular plastics (Other) is sold with other items?
Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Cellular plastics (Other); Nil for exempt items if applicable).
Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cellular plastics (Other)?
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 Cellular plastics (Other)?
Under HSN 39211900, Cellular plastics (Other) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.
Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cellular plastics (Other)?
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.