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# HSN Code 44151000: Cases, boxes, crates

- [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 4415: Wooden packing cases and pallets](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-4415/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Cases, boxes, crates, drums and similar packings; cable-drums | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 44151000 ?

It includes Cases, boxes, crates

### How much GST applies to Cases, boxes, crates?

Under HSN 44151000, Cases, boxes, crates attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cases, boxes, crates?

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Cases, boxes, crates is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Cases, boxes, crates; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cases, boxes, crates?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cases, boxes, crates?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 44151000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹76 Cr (+3.63% YoY) — 0.0021% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹32 Cr (+125.82% YoY) — 0.0005% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹43 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2258 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 4415: 56.31% of its exports; import side 18.26%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 4415: #1 of 2 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -1.98% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3040 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +42.46% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4415: 56.31% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 44151000

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. 4415 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 4415 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 85.33 | 0.0037% | — | 85.91% | 14.34 | 0.0004% | — | 16.75% | +70.99 | #2202 |
| FY 2019-20 | 71.09 | 0.0032% | −16.69% | 85.77% | 26.93 | 0.0008% | +87.80% | 27.35% | +44.16 | #2436 |
| FY 2020-21 | 67.36 | 0.0031% | −5.25% | 85.80% | 16.56 | 0.0006% | −38.51% | 21.23% | +50.80 | #2528 |
| FY 2021-22 | 95.96 | 0.0031% | +42.46% | 85.73% | 12.42 | 0.0003% | −25.00% | 10.84% | +83.54 | #2471 |
| FY 2022-23 | 80.81 | 0.0022% | −15.79% | 78.37% | 12.28 | 0.0002% | −1.13% | 12.42% | +68.53 | #2836 |
| FY 2023-24 | 73.01 | 0.0020% | −9.65% | 62.71% | 14.25 | 0.0003% | +16.04% | 8.58% | +58.76 | #3008 |
| FY 2024-25 | 75.66 | 0.0021% | +3.63% | 56.31% | 32.18 | 0.0005% | +125.82% | 18.26% | +43.48 | #3040 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -1.98%/yr, imports 14.42%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 44151000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -1.98% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 44151000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -1.98% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹85.33 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹75.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 44151000 ranked #3040 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 44151000 ranks #3040 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4415, it ranks #1 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #2258 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 44151000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 44151000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 42.46% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹43.48 Crore in HSN Code 44151000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹75.66 Cr exceeded imports of ₹32.18 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹43.48 Crore — ranking #2258 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 14.42% CAGR signals rising demand for Cases, boxes, crates

India's imports under HSN Code 44151000 have grown at 14.42% CAGR, reaching ₹32.18 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 44151000 contributes 56.31% of Sub-Chapter 4415 exports — ranked #1

Among the 2 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4415, HSN Code 44151000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 56.31% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 18.26% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 4415

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 44151000: Cases, boxes, crates (this hsn code) | ₹76 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 44152000: Pallets, box pallets](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-44152000/) | ₹59 Cr |