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# HSN Code 44119429: Density <0.5 gm/cm

- [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 4411: Fibreboard products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4411/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Of a density not exceeding 0.5 gm/cm 3 : Other : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 44119429 ?

It includes Density <0.5 gm/cm

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Density <0.5 gm/cm?

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 Density <0.5 gm/cm is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Density <0.5 gm/cm; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Density <0.5 gm/cm?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Density <0.5 gm/cm?

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 Density <0.5 gm/cm?

Under HSN 44119429, Density <0.5 gm/cm attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 44119429 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹70 Cr (−3.57% YoY) — 0.0019% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹59 Cr (+13.95% YoY) — 0.0010% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹11 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #3271 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4411: 12.65% of its exports; import side 7.77%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 4411: #3 of 37 by export value; import-side #5

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 15.72% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3146 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +77.56% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4411: 12.65% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 44119429

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. 4411 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 4411 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 29.24 | 0.0013% | — | 18.55% | 50.88 | 0.0014% | — | 6.41% | −21.64 | #3609 |
| FY 2019-20 | 29.63 | 0.0013% | +1.33% | 12.25% | 39.28 | 0.0012% | −22.80% | 5.73% | −9.65 | #3609 |
| FY 2020-21 | 52.61 | 0.0024% | +77.56% | 23.00% | 34.83 | 0.0012% | −11.33% | 9.00% | +17.78 | #2850 |
| FY 2021-22 | 71.16 | 0.0023% | +35.26% | 17.63% | 48.16 | 0.0011% | +38.27% | 11.14% | +23.00 | #2863 |
| FY 2022-23 | 59.98 | 0.0017% | −15.71% | 12.45% | 49.92 | 0.0009% | +3.65% | 6.90% | +10.06 | #3234 |
| FY 2023-24 | 72.80 | 0.0020% | +21.37% | 14.76% | 52.10 | 0.0009% | +4.37% | 5.13% | +20.70 | #3015 |
| FY 2024-25 | 70.20 | 0.0019% | −3.57% | 12.65% | 59.37 | 0.0010% | +13.95% | 7.77% | +10.83 | #3146 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 15.72%/yr, imports 2.61%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 44119429 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 15.72% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 44119429 have grown at a compound annual rate of 15.72% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹29.24 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹70.20 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 44119429 ranked #3146 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 44119429 ranks #3146 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4411, it ranks #3 of 37. By trade surplus, it ranks #3271 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 44119429 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 44119429 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 77.56% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹10.83 Crore in HSN Code 44119429 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹70.20 Cr exceeded imports of ₹59.37 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹10.83 Crore — ranking #3271 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 2.61% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Density <0.5 gm/cm

India's imports under HSN Code 44119429 have grown at 2.61% CAGR, reaching ₹59.37 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 44119429 contributes 12.65% of Sub-Chapter 4411 exports — ranked #3

Among the 37 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4411, HSN Code 44119429 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 12.65% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.77% share (rank #5).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 4411

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 44111400: MDF: Thickness > 9mm](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44111400/) | ₹245 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 44119411: Plywood Cuttings/Trimmings (<= 5cm, Tropical)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44119411/) | ₹95 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 44119429: Density <0.5 gm/cm (this hsn code) | ₹70 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 44111300: MDF (5-9mm)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44111300/) | ₹69 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 44111200: Medium density fibre board (MDF)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44111200/) | ₹28 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 44119219: Other Board (>0.8 gm/cm³, Unworked/Uncovered)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44119219/) | ₹26 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 44119229: Wood board with density > 0.8 gm/cm³](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44119229/) | ₹10 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 44119211: Hardboard (>0.8 gm/cm³, Unworked/Uncovered)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44119211/) | ₹10 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 44119319: Insulation Board](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44119319/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 44119221: Hardboard: Density >0.8 gm/cm3](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44119221/) | < ₹1 Crore |