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# HSN Code 82122011: Disposable Cartridge Blades

- [Section 15: Guide to HSN Section 15](https://busy.in/hsn/section-15/)
- [Chapter 82: Base Metal Tools & Cutlery](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-82/)
- [Sub-chapter 8212: Razors and blades](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8212/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Safety razor blades, including razor blade blanks in strips : Safety razor blades : Disposable catridge blades | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 82122011 ?

It includes Tailor shears and blades

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Disposable Cartridge Blades?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Disposable Cartridge Blades is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Disposable Cartridge Blades; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Any common misclassification issue with Disposable Cartridge Blades?

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 Disposable Cartridge Blades?

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

### How much GST applies to Disposable Cartridge Blades?

Under HSN 82122011, Disposable Cartridge Blades attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 82122011 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹180 Cr (+22.45% YoY) — 0.0049% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹312 Cr (+7.06% YoY) — 0.0051% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹132 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11014 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8212: 25.98% of its exports; import side 63.26%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8212: #2 of 6 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 15.73% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1949 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +48.94% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8212: 25.98% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 82122011

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. 8212 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8212 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 74.76 | 0.0033% | — | 11.70% | 265.42 | 0.0074% | — | 69.76% | −190.66 | #2344 |
| FY 2019-20 | 84.71 | 0.0038% | +13.31% | 14.47% | 210.83 | 0.0063% | −20.57% | 53.60% | −126.12 | #2211 |
| FY 2020-21 | 76.42 | 0.0036% | −9.79% | 14.50% | 224.61 | 0.0077% | +6.54% | 58.41% | −148.19 | #2377 |
| FY 2021-22 | 96.63 | 0.0031% | +26.45% | 16.03% | 232.97 | 0.0051% | +3.72% | 59.35% | −136.34 | #2459 |
| FY 2022-23 | 143.92 | 0.0040% | +48.94% | 24.99% | 253.78 | 0.0044% | +8.93% | 54.62% | −109.86 | #2097 |
| FY 2023-24 | 146.70 | 0.0041% | +1.93% | 25.12% | 291.28 | 0.0052% | +14.78% | 53.91% | −144.58 | #2130 |
| FY 2024-25 | 179.64 | 0.0049% | +22.45% | 25.98% | 311.85 | 0.0051% | +7.06% | 63.26% | −132.21 | #1949 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 15.73%/yr, imports 2.72%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 82122011 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 15.73% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 82122011 have grown at a compound annual rate of 15.73% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹74.76 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹179.64 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 82122011 ranked #1949 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 82122011 ranks #1949 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8212, it ranks #2 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #11014 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 82122011 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 82122011 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 48.94% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹132.21 Crore in HSN Code 82122011 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹311.85 Cr exceeded exports of ₹179.64 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹132.21 Crore — ranking #11014 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 2.72% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Disposable Cartridge Blades

India's imports under HSN Code 82122011 have grown at 2.72% CAGR, reaching ₹311.85 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 82122011 contributes 25.98% of Sub-Chapter 8212 exports — ranked #2

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8212, HSN Code 82122011 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 25.98% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 63.26% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8212

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 82122019: Other Safety Razor Blades](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82122019/) | ₹235 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 82122011: Disposable Cartridge Blades (this hsn code) | ₹180 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 82122020: Safety Razor Blade Blanks (Strips)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82122020/) | ₹103 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 82121010: Razors \| Twin Type Shaving](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82121010/) | ₹96 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 82121090: Razors \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82121090/) | ₹68 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 82129000: Other Parts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-82129000/) | ₹10 Cr |