HSN Code 96081012: Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen

HSN Code 96081012 represents Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 96081012, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 96081012

HSN Code 96081012 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Ball point pens :With liquid ink (for rolling ball pen): Ball point pens with body or cap of precious metal rolled precious metal

Chapter

96 - Miscellaneous manufactured articles

Sub Chapter

9608 - Ball point pens; felt tipped and other poroustipped pens and markers; fountain pens; stylograph pens and other pens; duplicating stylos; pen holders, pencil holders and similar holders; parts (including caps and clips) of the foregoing articles, other than those of heading 9609

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 96081012 not include?

Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 96081011

Ball point pens : With liquid ink (for rolling ball pen): High value ball point pens (US $ 100 and above c.i.f. per unit)

HSN Code 96081091

Ball point pens : Other : High value ball point pens (US $ 100 and above c.i.f. per unit)

HSN Code 96081092

Ball point pens : Other : Ball point pens with body or cap of precious metal rolled precious metal

HSN Code 96083011

Fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens: Fountain pens: High value fountain pens (US $ 100 and above c.i.f. per unit)

HSN Code 96083012

Fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens: Fountain pens: With body or cap of precious metal or rolled precious metal

HSN Code 96083021

Fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens: Stylograph pen: High value pens (US $100 and above c.i.f. per unit)

HSN Code 96083022

Fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens: Stylograph pen: With body or cap of precious metal or rolled precious metal

HSN Code 96083091

Fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens: Other : High value pens (US$ 100 and above c.i.f. per unit)

HSN Code 96083092

Fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens: Other : With body or cap of precious metal or rolled precious metal

HSN Code 96086010

Refills for ball point pens, comprising the ball point and ink-reservoir : With liquid ink (for rolling ball-pen)

HSN Code 96086090

Refills for ball point pens, comprising the ball point and ink-reservoir :Other

HSN Code 96089120

Other : Pen nibs and nib points : Nibs of wool felt or plastics for use in the manufacture of porous tip pen or markers

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 96081012 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

−52.42% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

+100.00% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #4767 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 9608

FY 2024-25

0.03%

Share of Sub-Chapter 9608’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 9608’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 9608

FY 2024-25

#16 of 27

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 9608

Import-side rank: #23 of 27

At a glance

−22.00%

Export CAGR

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

#8703

National Export Rank

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

+148.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

0.03%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9608

Share of Sub-Chapter 9608 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 96081012

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 #6638

Balance

+0.72

Exports

2.62 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

0.18% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

1.90 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

0.38% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #6777

Balance

+1.54

Exports

2.31 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−11.83% YoY

0.16% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−59.47% YoY

0.17% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #7239

Balance

+1.51

Exports

1.57 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−32.03% YoY

0.14% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−92.21% YoY

0.03% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #7902

Balance

+0.95

Exports

1.09 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−30.57% YoY

0.07% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+133.33% YoY

0.03% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8672

Balance

+0.44

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−54.13% YoY

0.03% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−57.14% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #8052

Balance

+1.22

Exports

1.24 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+148.00% YoY

0.06% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−66.67% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #8703

Balance

+0.55

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−52.42% YoY

0.03% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+100.00% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 9608

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−22.00% /yr

Imports

−47.45% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 9608 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹2,139.67 Cr

Import

₹662.95 Cr

Trade Balance

+1,476.72

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 96081012 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −22.00% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 96081012 have declined at a compound annual rate of −22.00% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹2.62 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.59 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 96081012 Ranked #8703 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 96081012 ranks #8703 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9608, it ranks #16 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #4767 of 12657.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 96081012 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 96081012 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 148.00% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹0.55 Crore in HSN Code 96081012 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.59 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.04 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.55 Crore — ranking #4767 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −47.45% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen

India's imports under HSN Code 96081012 have grown at −47.45% CAGR, reaching ₹0.04 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 96081012 Contributes 0.03% of Sub-Chapter 9608 Exports — Ranked #16

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9608, HSN Code 96081012 ranks #16 by export value — accounting for 0.03% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.01% share (rank #23).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 96081012 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 96081012 ?

It includes Other fountain pens

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen?

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 Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen?

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 Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen?

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 Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

How much GST applies to Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen?

Under HSN 96081012, Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Precious Metal Liquid Ink Pen?

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

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.