HSN Code 78041120: Foil (≤0.2mm)

HSN Code 78041120 represents Foil (≤0.2mm) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Foil (≤0.2mm) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 78041120, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Foil (≤0.2mm).

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 78041120

HSN Code 78041120 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Plates, sheets, strip and foil : Sheets, strip and foil of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2 mm : Foil

Chapter

78 - Lead and articles thereof

Sub Chapter

7804 - Lead plates, sheets, strip and foil; lead powders and flakes

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 78041120 not include?

Foil (≤0.2mm) does not include products with the following descriptions.

Plates, sheets, strip and foil : Sheets, strip and foil of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2 mm : Sheets and strip

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 78041120 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

+600.00% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹8 Cr

+28.99% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹8 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #8898 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 7804

FY 2024-25

0.18%

Share of Sub-Chapter 7804’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 30.29% of Sub-Chapter 7804’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 7804

FY 2024-25

#5 of 5

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 7804

Import-side rank: #2 of 5

At a glance

−24.23%

Export CAGR

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

#9908

National Export Rank

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

+600.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

0.18%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 7804

Share of Sub-Chapter 7804 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 78041120

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 #8406

Balance

−4.93

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

1.07% of Sub-Ch. 7804

Imports

5.30 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

YoY

34.33% of Sub-Ch. 7804

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #9534

Balance

−2.79

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−89.19% YoY

0.08% of Sub-Ch. 7804

Imports

2.83 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−46.60% YoY

18.15% of Sub-Ch. 7804

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #9824

Balance

−3.59

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−50.00% YoY

0.03% of Sub-Ch. 7804

Imports

3.61 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+27.56% YoY

21.15% of Sub-Ch. 7804

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #10198

Balance

−6.76

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−50.00% YoY

0.02% of Sub-Ch. 7804

Imports

6.77 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+87.53% YoY

32.49% of Sub-Ch. 7804

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #10152

Balance

−9.49

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+100.00% YoY

0.05% of Sub-Ch. 7804

Imports

9.51 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+40.47% YoY

66.78% of Sub-Ch. 7804

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #10473

Balance

−6.13

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−50.00% YoY

0.03% of Sub-Ch. 7804

Imports

6.14 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−35.44% YoY

34.63% of Sub-Ch. 7804

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9908

Balance

−7.85

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+600.00% YoY

0.18% of Sub-Ch. 7804

Imports

7.92 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+28.99% YoY

30.29% of Sub-Ch. 7804

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−24.23% /yr

Imports

6.92% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 7804 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹39.66 Cr

Import

₹26.15 Cr

Trade Balance

+13.51

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 78041120 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −24.23% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 78041120 have declined at a compound annual rate of −24.23% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹0.37 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.07 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 78041120 Ranked #9908 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 78041120 ranks #9908 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 7804, it ranks #5 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #8898 of 12657.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 78041120 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 78041120 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 600.00% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹7.85 Crore in HSN Code 78041120 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹7.92 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.07 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹7.85 Crore — ranking #8898 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 6.92% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Foil (≤0.2mm)

India's imports under HSN Code 78041120 have grown at 6.92% CAGR, reaching ₹7.92 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 78041120 Contributes 0.18% of Sub-Chapter 7804 Exports — Ranked #5

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 7804, HSN Code 78041120 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 0.18% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 30.29% share (rank #2).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 78041120 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 78041120 ?

It includes Lead Sanitary Fixtures

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Foil (≤0.2mm)?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Foil (≤0.2mm)?

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

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Foil (≤0.2mm)?

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.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Foil (≤0.2mm) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Foil (≤0.2mm); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Foil (≤0.2mm)?

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.

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.