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# HSN Code 68069000: Other Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials

- [Section 13: Guide to HSN Section 13](https://busy.in/hsn/section-13/)
- [Chapter 68: Stone, Cement & Plaster Items](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-68/)
- [Sub-chapter 6806: Mineral wools](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6806/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 68069000 ?

It includes Articles of Asphalt or Similar Material (Other)

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### How much GST applies to Other Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials?

Under HSN 68069000, Other Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials?

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 Other Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials?

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 Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 68069000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹163 Cr (−2.80% YoY) — 0.0044% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹443 Cr (+4.30% YoY) — 0.0073% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹281 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11553 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 6806: 50.22% of its exports; import side 64.06%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 6806: #1 of 3 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: #2070 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +42.96% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 6806: 50.22% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 68069000

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. 6806 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 6806 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 92.88 | 0.0041% | — | 33.85% | 248.04 | 0.0069% | — | 67.30% | −155.16 | #2105 |
| FY 2019-20 | 110.25 | 0.0050% | +18.70% | 35.95% | 226.47 | 0.0068% | −8.70% | 70.70% | −116.22 | #1910 |
| FY 2020-21 | 94.12 | 0.0044% | −14.63% | 42.89% | 174.17 | 0.0060% | −23.09% | 56.83% | −80.05 | #2132 |
| FY 2021-22 | 100.08 | 0.0032% | +6.33% | 38.47% | 251.19 | 0.0055% | +44.22% | 64.32% | −151.11 | #2411 |
| FY 2022-23 | 143.07 | 0.0040% | +42.96% | 44.92% | 517.34 | 0.0090% | +105.96% | 72.44% | −374.27 | #2111 |
| FY 2023-24 | 167.40 | 0.0046% | +17.01% | 48.78% | 425.19 | 0.0076% | −17.81% | 69.59% | −257.79 | #1980 |
| FY 2024-25 | 162.72 | 0.0044% | −2.80% | 50.22% | 443.47 | 0.0073% | +4.30% | 64.06% | −280.75 | #2070 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 9.80%/yr, imports 10.17%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 68069000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 9.80% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 68069000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.80% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹92.88 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹162.72 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 68069000 ranked #2070 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 68069000 ranks #2070 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 6806, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #11553 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 68069000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 68069000 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 42.96% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹280.75 Crore in HSN Code 68069000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹443.47 Cr exceeded exports of ₹162.72 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹280.75 Crore — ranking #11553 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.17% CAGR signals rising demand for Other Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials

India's imports under HSN Code 68069000 have grown at 10.17% CAGR, reaching ₹443.47 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 68069000 contributes 50.22% of Sub-Chapter 6806 exports — ranked #1

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 6806, HSN Code 68069000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 50.22% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 64.06% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 6806

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 68069000: Other Articles of Mineral Wool and Expanded Materials (this hsn code) | ₹163 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 68061000: Articles of Slag Wool, Rock Wool or Similar Mineral Wool](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-68061000/) | ₹147 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 68062000: Articles of Expanded Mineral Materials](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-68062000/) | ₹15 Cr |