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# HSN Code 42021290: Other Plastic/Textile Containers

- [Section 08: Guide to HSN Section 08](https://busy.in/hsn/section-08/)
- [Chapter 42: Articles of Leather; Saddlery and Harness; Travel Goods; Handbags](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-42/)
- [Sub-chapter 4202: Bags, cases & trunks](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4202/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executivecases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers : With outer surface of plastic or of textile materials : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 42021290 ?

It includes Other Plastic/Textile Containers

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Plastic/Textile Containers?

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 Other Plastic/Textile Containers?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Plastic/Textile Containers?

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

### How much GST applies to Other Plastic/Textile Containers?

Under HSN 42021290, Other Plastic/Textile Containers attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Plastic/Textile Containers?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 42021290 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹162 Cr (+22.84% YoY) — 0.0044% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹811 Cr (+22.16% YoY) — 0.0133% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹649 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12035 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4202: 1.18% of its exports; import side 20.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 4202: #14 of 44 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -9.80% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2077 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +72.46% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4202: 1.18% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 42021290

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. 4202 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 4202 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 301.29 | 0.0132% | — | 2.83% | 338.18 | 0.0094% | — | 10.67% | −36.89 | #986 |
| FY 2019-20 | 72.93 | 0.0033% | −75.79% | 0.72% | 277.62 | 0.0083% | −17.91% | 9.65% | −204.69 | #2397 |
| FY 2020-21 | 50.26 | 0.0023% | −31.08% | 0.67% | 104.17 | 0.0036% | −62.48% | 9.04% | −53.91 | #2921 |
| FY 2021-22 | 86.68 | 0.0028% | +72.46% | 0.78% | 266.34 | 0.0058% | +155.68% | 11.24% | −179.66 | #2609 |
| FY 2022-23 | 140.27 | 0.0039% | +61.83% | 1.06% | 567.38 | 0.0099% | +113.03% | 15.59% | −427.11 | #2133 |
| FY 2023-24 | 132.11 | 0.0037% | −5.82% | 1.05% | 663.75 | 0.0118% | +16.99% | 16.66% | −531.64 | #2249 |
| FY 2024-25 | 162.29 | 0.0044% | +22.84% | 1.18% | 810.83 | 0.0133% | +22.16% | 20.00% | −648.54 | #2077 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -9.80%/yr, imports 15.69%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 42021290 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -9.80% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 42021290 have declined at a compound annual rate of -9.80% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹301.29 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹162.29 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 42021290 ranked #2077 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 42021290 ranks #2077 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4202, it ranks #14 of 44. By trade surplus, it ranks #12035 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 42021290 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 42021290 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 72.46% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹648.54 Crore in HSN Code 42021290 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹810.83 Cr exceeded exports of ₹162.29 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹648.54 Crore — ranking #12035 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 15.69% CAGR signals rising demand for Other Plastic/Textile Containers

India's imports under HSN Code 42021290 have grown at 15.69% CAGR, reaching ₹810.83 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 42021290 contributes 1.18% of Sub-Chapter 4202 exports — ranked #14

Among the 44 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4202, HSN Code 42021290 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 1.18% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 20.00% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 4202

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 42022220: Hand-Bags and Shopping Bags of Cotton](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42022220/) | ₹2,828 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 42023120: Calf Skins (Tanned/Dressed, Hair On)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42023120/) | ₹2,208 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 42022190: Other Leather Handbag](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42022190/) | ₹2,017 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 42022110: Ladies Leather Handbag](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42022110/) | ₹1,520 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 42022290: Hand-Bags with Textile or Plastic Outer Surface](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42022290/) | ₹994 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 42022230: Plastic Hand/Shopping Bags (Artificial)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42022230/) | ₹664 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 42023190: Other Leather Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42023190/) | ₹608 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 42029100: Leather surface: Other articles](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42029100/) | ₹413 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 42021190: Other Leather Containers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42021190/) | ₹378 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 42029200: Other : With outer surface of plastic sheeting or of textile materials](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-42029200/) | ₹329 Cr |
| #14 | HSN Code 42021290: Other Plastic/Textile Containers (this hsn code) | ₹162 Cr |