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# HSN Code 69109000: Glass Containers and Closures

- [Section 13: Guide to HSN Section 13](https://busy.in/hsn/section-13/)
- [Chapter 69: Ceramic Products](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-69/)
- [Sub-chapter 6910: Ceramic sanitary ware](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6910/)

## GST rates

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

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 69109000 ?

It includes Glass Jars for Food and Beverages

### Any common misclassification issue with Glass Containers and Closures?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Glass Containers and Closures?

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 much GST applies to Glass Containers and Closures?

Under HSN 69109000, Glass Containers and Closures attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Glass Containers and Closures?

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 Glass Containers and Closures?

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 69109000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹202 Cr (+24.28% YoY) — 0.0055% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹388 Cr (−11.42% YoY) — 0.0064% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹186 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11272 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 6910: 14.54% of its exports; import side 63.07%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 6910: #2 of 2 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 5.60% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1838 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +24.28% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 6910: 14.54% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 69109000

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. 6910 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 6910 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 145.67 | 0.0064% | — | 15.60% | 550.34 | 0.0154% | — | 75.28% | −404.67 | #1618 |
| FY 2019-20 | 156.39 | 0.0071% | +7.36% | 15.66% | 526.39 | 0.0157% | −4.35% | 75.40% | −370.00 | #1548 |
| FY 2020-21 | 172.88 | 0.0080% | +10.54% | 16.62% | 412.03 | 0.0141% | −21.73% | 74.31% | −239.15 | #1506 |
| FY 2021-22 | 149.06 | 0.0047% | −13.78% | 11.35% | 668.56 | 0.0146% | +62.26% | 76.51% | −519.50 | #1952 |
| FY 2022-23 | 157.51 | 0.0044% | +5.67% | 12.21% | 606.88 | 0.0106% | −9.23% | 69.29% | −449.37 | #1994 |
| FY 2023-24 | 162.51 | 0.0045% | +3.17% | 12.16% | 438.06 | 0.0078% | −27.82% | 68.61% | −275.55 | #2018 |
| FY 2024-25 | 201.96 | 0.0055% | +24.28% | 14.54% | 388.04 | 0.0064% | −11.42% | 63.07% | −186.08 | #1838 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 5.60%/yr, imports -5.66%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 69109000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 5.60% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 69109000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 5.60% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹145.67 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹201.96 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 69109000 ranked #1838 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 69109000 ranks #1838 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 6910, it ranks #2 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #11272 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 69109000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 69109000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 24.28% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹186.08 Crore in HSN Code 69109000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹388.04 Cr exceeded exports of ₹201.96 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹186.08 Crore — ranking #11272 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -5.66% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Glass Containers and Closures

India's imports under HSN Code 69109000 have grown at -5.66% CAGR, reaching ₹388.04 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 69109000 contributes 14.54% of Sub-Chapter 6910 exports — ranked #2

Among the 2 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 6910, HSN Code 69109000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 14.54% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 63.07% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 6910

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 69101000: Of porcelain](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-69101000/) | ₹1,187 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 69109000: Glass Containers and Closures (this hsn code) | ₹202 Cr |