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# HSN Code 41015010: Whole Cow Hides (>16kg)

- [Section 08: Guide to HSN Section 08](https://busy.in/hsn/section-08/)
- [Chapter 41: Raw Hides and Skins (Other Than Furskins) and Leather](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-41/)
- [Sub-chapter 4101: Raw hides & skins, bovine/equine](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4101/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg. : Of cow, including cow calf | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 41015010 ?

It includes Whole Cow Hides (>16kg)

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Whole Cow Hides (>16kg)?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Whole Cow Hides (>16kg)?

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 Whole Cow Hides (>16kg)?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Whole Cow Hides (>16kg)?

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 Whole Cow Hides (>16kg) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Whole Cow Hides (>16kg); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 41015010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹86 Cr (+150.94% YoY) — 0.0014% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹86 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10688 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4101: 0.00% of its exports; import side 41.73%

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 41015010

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. 4101 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 4101 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 11.44 | 0.0003% | — | 7.47% | −11.44 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 12.95 | 0.0004% | +13.20% | 10.39% | −12.95 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 7.40 | 0.0003% | −42.86% | 11.92% | −7.40 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 24.65 | 0.0005% | +233.11% | 17.75% | −24.65 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 51.41 | 0.0009% | +108.56% | 27.35% | −51.41 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 34.45 | 0.0006% | −32.99% | 26.23% | −34.45 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 86.45 | 0.0014% | +150.94% | 41.73% | −86.45 | — |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 40.08%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 41015010 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 41015010

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Whole Cow Hides (>16kg) in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹86.45 Crore in HSN Code 41015010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹86.45 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹86.45 Crore — ranking #10688 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 40.08% CAGR signals rising demand for Whole Cow Hides (>16kg)

India's imports under HSN Code 41015010 have grown at 40.08% CAGR, reaching ₹86.45 Crore in FY 2024-25.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 4101

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 41015020: Buffalo Hides (>16 kg)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-41015020/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 41012020: Buffalo Hides/Skins (Unsplit, <=16kg Fresh)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-41012020/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 41019090: Other, including butts, bends and bellies: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-41019090/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #4 | [HSN Code 41019020: Buffalo Raw Hides: Butts, Bends, Bellies & Calves](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-41019020/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #5 | [HSN Code 41012010: Unsplit Cow Hides/Skins (<= 8/10/16 kg)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-41012010/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #6 | [HSN Code 41012090: Other Unsplit Hides/Skins (<=16kg Fresh)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-41012090/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | HSN Code 41015010: Whole Cow Hides (>16kg) (this hsn code) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 41015090: Hides and skins: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-41015090/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 41019010: Other, including butts, bends and bellies: Of cow, including cow calf](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-41019010/) | Nil |