HSN Code 45031000: Corks and Stoppers

HSN Code 45031000 represents Corks and Stoppers under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Corks and Stoppers correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 45031000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Corks and Stoppers.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 45031000

HSN Code 45031000 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Corks and stoppers

Chapter

45 - Cork and articles of cork

Sub Chapter

4503 - Articles of natural cork

CGST

6%

SGST

6%

IGST

12%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 45031000 not include?

Corks and Stoppers does not include products with the following descriptions.

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 45031000 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

−44.05% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹12 Cr

+27.18% vs FY 2023-24

0.0002% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹11 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #9153 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 4503

FY 2024-25

65.28%

Share of Sub-Chapter 4503’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 74.65% of Sub-Chapter 4503’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 4503

FY 2024-25

#1 of 3

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 4503

Import-side rank: #1 of 3

At a glance

−12.68%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#8867

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+55.66%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2019-20 · strongest single-year move

65.28%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 4503

Share of Sub-Chapter 4503 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 45031000

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #7575

Balance

+0.17

Exports

1.06 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

75.71% of Sub-Ch. 4503

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

52.98% of Sub-Ch. 4503

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #7118

Balance

+1.23

Exports

1.65 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+55.66% YoY

86.39% of Sub-Ch. 4503

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−52.81% YoY

28.57% of Sub-Ch. 4503

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #7642

Balance

+0.36

Exports

1.03 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−37.58% YoY

83.06% of Sub-Ch. 4503

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+59.52% YoY

39.18% of Sub-Ch. 4503

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #7913

Balance

−2.12

Exports

1.07 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+3.88% YoY

79.85% of Sub-Ch. 4503

Imports

3.19 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+376.12% YoY

54.07% of Sub-Ch. 4503

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8438

Balance

−5.31

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−37.38% YoY

73.63% of Sub-Ch. 4503

Imports

5.98 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+87.46% YoY

75.03% of Sub-Ch. 4503

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #8386

Balance

−8.47

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+25.37% YoY

52.17% of Sub-Ch. 4503

Imports

9.31 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+55.69% YoY

76.88% of Sub-Ch. 4503

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #8867

Balance

−11.37

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−44.05% YoY

65.28% of Sub-Ch. 4503

Imports

11.84 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+27.18% YoY

74.65% of Sub-Ch. 4503

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−12.68% /yr

Imports

53.93% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 4503 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹0.72 Cr

Import

₹15.86 Cr

Trade Balance

−15.14

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 45031000 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −12.68% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 45031000 have declined at a compound annual rate of −12.68% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹1.06 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.47 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 45031000 Ranked #8867 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 45031000 ranks #8867 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 4503, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #9153 of 12657.

FY 2019-20 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 45031000 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 45031000 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 55.66% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹11.37 Crore in HSN Code 45031000 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹11.84 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.47 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹11.37 Crore — ranking #9153 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 53.93% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Corks and Stoppers

India's imports under HSN Code 45031000 have grown at 53.93% CAGR, reaching ₹11.84 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 45031000 Contributes 65.28% of Sub-Chapter 4503 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 4503, HSN Code 45031000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 65.28% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 74.65% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 45031000 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 45031000 ?

It includes Other : Shuttlecock cork bottom

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Corks and Stoppers?

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 Corks and Stoppers?

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 Corks and Stoppers?

Under HSN 45031000, Corks and Stoppers attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Corks and Stoppers?

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 Corks and Stoppers?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.