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# HSN Code 44083990: Other Tropical Wood (Note 1)

- [Section 09: Guide to HSN Section 09](https://busy.in/hsn/section-09/)
- [Chapter 44: Wood and Articles of Wood; Wood Charcoal](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-44/)
- [Sub-chapter 4408: Veneering sheets & plywood wood](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4408/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Of tropical wood specified in Sub-heading Note 1 to this Chapter : Other : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 44083990 ?

It includes Other Tropical Wood (Note 1)

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Tropical Wood (Note 1)?

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 Tropical Wood (Note 1)?

Under HSN 44083990, Other Tropical Wood (Note 1) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Tropical Wood (Note 1) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Tropical Wood (Note 1); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Tropical Wood (Note 1)?

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 Other Tropical Wood (Note 1)?

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 Other Tropical Wood (Note 1)?

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 44083990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹39 Cr (+5.97% YoY) — 0.0011% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,178 Cr (+30.91% YoY) — 0.0194% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,139 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12254 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4408: 15.03% of its exports; import side 36.09%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 4408: #4 of 15 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 32.63% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3960 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +243.05% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4408: 15.03% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 44083990

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. 4408 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 4408 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 7.14 | 0.0003% | — | 4.49% | 306.61 | 0.0086% | — | 17.53% | −299.47 | #5413 |
| FY 2019-20 | 4.46 | 0.0002% | −37.54% | 2.93% | 392.10 | 0.0117% | +27.88% | 21.27% | −387.64 | #6000 |
| FY 2020-21 | 15.30 | 0.0007% | +243.05% | 8.25% | 382.08 | 0.0131% | −2.56% | 26.67% | −366.78 | #4552 |
| FY 2021-22 | 23.28 | 0.0007% | +52.16% | 9.59% | 570.53 | 0.0125% | +49.32% | 26.17% | −547.25 | #4398 |
| FY 2022-23 | 31.42 | 0.0009% | +34.97% | 10.29% | 487.54 | 0.0085% | −14.55% | 22.98% | −456.12 | #4100 |
| FY 2023-24 | 36.67 | 0.0010% | +16.71% | 10.17% | 899.98 | 0.0160% | +84.60% | 30.17% | −863.31 | #3968 |
| FY 2024-25 | 38.86 | 0.0011% | +5.97% | 15.03% | 1,178.15 | 0.0194% | +30.91% | 36.09% | −1,139.29 | #3960 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 32.63%/yr, imports 25.15%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 44083990 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 32.63% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 44083990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 32.63% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹7.14 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹38.86 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 44083990 ranked #3960 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 44083990 ranks #3960 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4408, it ranks #4 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #12254 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 44083990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 44083990 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 243.05% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,139.29 Crore in HSN Code 44083990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,178.15 Cr exceeded exports of ₹38.86 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,139.29 Crore — ranking #12254 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 25.15% CAGR signals rising demand for Other Tropical Wood (Note 1)

India's imports under HSN Code 44083990 have grown at 25.15% CAGR, reaching ₹1,178.15 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 44083990 contributes 15.03% of Sub-Chapter 4408 exports — ranked #4

Among the 15 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4408, HSN Code 44083990 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 15.03% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 36.09% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 4408

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 44089090: Other Wood Veneer Sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44089090/) | ₹62 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 44083910: Tropical Wood Plywood Sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44083910/) | ₹60 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 44083120: Rosewood Veneer Sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44083120/) | ₹52 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 44083990: Other Tropical Wood (Note 1) (this hsn code) | ₹39 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 44081090: Other coniferous veneer sheets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44081090/) | ₹31 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 44083190: Planed Non-coniferous Wood](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44083190/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 44089010: Other \| Sheets For Plywoods](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44089010/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 44081010: Coniferous : Sheets for plywood](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44081010/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 44081020: Oak wood veneer](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44081020/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 44083920: Wood Veneers, Over 6 mm Thickness](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44083920/) | < ₹1 Crore |