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# HSN Code 70191100: Glass Microspheres and Beads

- [Section 13: Guide to HSN Section 13](https://busy.in/hsn/section-13/)
- [Chapter 70: Glass & Glassware](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-70/)
- [Sub-chapter 7019: Glass Fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-7019/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Slivers, rovings, yarn and chopped strands and mats thereof: Chopped strands, of a length of not more than 50 mm | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 70191100 ?

It includes Other Glass Fiber Fabrics

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Glass Microspheres and Beads?

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 Glass Microspheres and Beads?

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 Glass Microspheres and Beads?

Under HSN 70191100, Glass Microspheres and Beads attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Glass Microspheres and Beads?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Glass Microspheres and Beads?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 70191100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3 Cr (−31.32% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹544 Cr (+10.68% YoY) — 0.0090% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹541 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11950 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 7019: 0.20% of its exports; import side 15.70%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 7019: #13 of 27 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 3.27% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7209 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +84.45% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7019: 0.20% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 70191100

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. 7019 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 7019 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 2.44 | 0.0001% | — | 0.53% | 348.10 | 0.0097% | — | 16.22% | −345.66 | #6728 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.32 | 0.0001% | −4.92% | 0.32% | 309.30 | 0.0092% | −11.15% | 16.78% | −306.98 | #6775 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2.38 | 0.0001% | +2.59% | 0.27% | 297.36 | 0.0102% | −3.86% | 17.04% | −294.98 | #6781 |
| FY 2021-22 | 4.39 | 0.0001% | +84.45% | 0.35% | 457.84 | 0.0100% | +53.97% | 16.72% | −453.45 | #6521 |
| FY 2022-23 | 3.68 | 0.0001% | −16.17% | 0.26% | 547.33 | 0.0095% | +19.55% | 15.91% | −543.65 | #6772 |
| FY 2023-24 | 4.31 | 0.0001% | +17.12% | 0.29% | 491.72 | 0.0088% | −10.16% | 16.33% | −487.41 | #6752 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.96 | 0.0001% | −31.32% | 0.20% | 544.22 | 0.0090% | +10.68% | 15.70% | −541.26 | #7209 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 3.27%/yr, imports 7.73%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 70191100 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 3.27% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 70191100 have grown at a compound annual rate of 3.27% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.44 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.96 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 70191100 ranked #7209 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 70191100 ranks #7209 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7019, it ranks #13 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #11950 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 70191100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 70191100 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 84.45% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹541.26 Crore in HSN Code 70191100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹544.22 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.96 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹541.26 Crore — ranking #11950 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 7.73% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Glass Microspheres and Beads

India's imports under HSN Code 70191100 have grown at 7.73% CAGR, reaching ₹544.22 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 70191100 contributes 0.20% of Sub-Chapter 7019 exports — ranked #13

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7019, HSN Code 70191100 ranks #13 by export value — accounting for 0.20% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 15.70% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 7019

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 70199000: Other Mineral Wool Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-70199000/) | ₹469 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 70196200: Mineral Wool (Rock Wool)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-70196200/) | ₹281 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 70198000: Mineral Wool Fireproof Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-70198000/) | ₹204 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 70191200: Woven Glass Fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-70191200/) | ₹146 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 70191900: Other Glass Filaments and Threads](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-70191900/) | ₹114 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 70196400: Articles of Mineral Wool](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-70196400/) | ₹76 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 70196600: Mineral Wool and Glass Wool Mixtures](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-70196600/) | ₹63 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 70191500: Glass Yarn and Threads](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-70191500/) | ₹56 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 70196900: Mineral Wool Boards and Panels](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-70196900/) | ₹34 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 70196500: Mineral Wool Semi-Finished Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-70196500/) | ₹22 Cr |
| #13 | HSN Code 70191100: Glass Microspheres and Beads (this hsn code) | ₹3 Cr |