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# HSN Code 83099020: Aluminium caps

- [Section 15: Guide to HSN Section 15](https://busy.in/hsn/section-15/)
- [Chapter 83: Miscellaneous Base Metal Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-83/)
- [Sub-chapter 8309: Metal Caps & Lids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-8309/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Aluminium caps, seals, capsules and closers | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 83099020 ?

It includes Other Base Metal Plates/Symbols

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Aluminium caps?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Aluminium caps?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Aluminium caps is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Aluminium caps?

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 Aluminium caps?

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 much GST applies to Aluminium caps?

Under HSN 83099020, Aluminium caps attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 83099020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹79 Cr (+13.08% YoY) — 0.0021% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹744 Cr (+444.23% YoY) — 0.0122% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹665 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #12043 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 8309: 7.06% of its exports; import side 72.52%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 8309: #3 of 5 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 4.34% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2992 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +34.30% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 8309: 7.06% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 83099020

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. 8309 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 8309 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 61.09 | 0.0027% | — | 8.71% | 51.08 | 0.0014% | — | 10.49% | +10.01 | #2595 |
| FY 2019-20 | 48.35 | 0.0022% | −20.85% | 6.42% | 45.97 | 0.0014% | −10.00% | 10.36% | +2.38 | #2915 |
| FY 2020-21 | 36.37 | 0.0017% | −24.78% | 4.49% | 52.24 | 0.0018% | +13.64% | 12.34% | −15.87 | #3395 |
| FY 2021-22 | 43.65 | 0.0014% | +20.02% | 3.95% | 68.63 | 0.0015% | +31.37% | 11.34% | −24.98 | #3553 |
| FY 2022-23 | 58.62 | 0.0016% | +34.30% | 5.63% | 111.01 | 0.0019% | +61.75% | 13.02% | −52.39 | #3265 |
| FY 2023-24 | 69.70 | 0.0019% | +18.90% | 6.69% | 136.64 | 0.0024% | +23.09% | 16.62% | −66.94 | #3083 |
| FY 2024-25 | 78.82 | 0.0021% | +13.08% | 7.06% | 743.64 | 0.0122% | +444.23% | 72.52% | −664.82 | #2992 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 4.34%/yr, imports 56.26%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 83099020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 4.34% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 83099020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.34% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹61.09 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹78.82 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 83099020 ranked #2992 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 83099020 ranks #2992 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 8309, it ranks #3 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #12043 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 83099020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 83099020 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 34.30% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹664.82 Crore in HSN Code 83099020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹743.64 Cr exceeded exports of ₹78.82 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹664.82 Crore — ranking #12043 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 56.26% CAGR signals rising demand for Aluminium caps

India's imports under HSN Code 83099020 have grown at 56.26% CAGR, reaching ₹743.64 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 83099020 contributes 7.06% of Sub-Chapter 8309 exports — ranked #3

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 8309, HSN Code 83099020 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 7.06% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 72.52% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 8309

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 83099090: Other : Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83099090/) | ₹773 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 83099010: Pilfer Proof Caps](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83099010/) | ₹201 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 83099020: Aluminium caps (this hsn code) | ₹79 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 83091000: Crown corks](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83091000/) | ₹54 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 83099030: Other \| Other Seals](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-83099030/) | ₹10 Cr |