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HSN Code 96083011: Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100)

HSN Code 96083011 represents Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 96083011, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100).

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 96083011

HSN Code 96083011 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

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

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 96083011 not include?

Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100) 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 96081012

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

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 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

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 96083011 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2025-26

< ₹1 Crore

+225.00% vs FY 2024-25

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2025-26

< ₹1 Crore

−72.73% vs FY 2024-25

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2025-26

< ₹1 Crore

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #5246 of 12872 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 9608

FY 2025-26

0.01%

Share of Sub-Chapter 9608’s total exports in FY 2025-26

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

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 9608

FY 2025-26

#20 of 27

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

Import-side rank: #22 of 27

At a glance

4.58%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years

#9389

National Export Rank

of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26

+225.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2025-26 · strongest single-year move

0.01%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9608

Share of Sub-Chapter 9608 exports in FY 2025-26

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 96083011

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #8849

Balance

−0.64

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.17% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #9534

Balance

−0.30

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−78.95% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−59.04% YoY

0.07% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #9622

Balance

−3.84

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

0.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

3.88 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+1,041.18% YoY

1.65% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #9808

Balance

−0.93

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+25.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−74.74% YoY

0.24% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #9890

Balance

−0.11

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

0.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−83.67% YoY

0.03% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #10057

Balance

−0.02

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

0.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−56.25% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9843

Balance

−0.36

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+60.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+528.57% YoY

0.07% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2025-26 Exp. Rank #9389

Balance

+0.14

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+225.00% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−72.73% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 9608

CAGR · 8-Year

Exports

4.58% /yr

Imports

−24.14% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 9608 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹1,924.00 Cr

Import

₹810.02 Cr

Trade Balance

+1,113.98

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 96083011 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 4.58% CAGR Over 8 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 96083011 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.58% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.19 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.26 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Code 96083011 Ranked #9389 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 96083011 ranks #9389 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9608, it ranks #20 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #5246 of 12872.

FY 2025-26 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 96083011 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 96083011 was recorded in FY 2025-26, when exports surged by 225.00% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹0.14 Crore in HSN Code 96083011 Goods

In FY 2025-26, India's exports of ₹0.26 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.12 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.14 Crore — ranking #5246 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −24.14% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100)

India's imports under HSN Code 96083011 have grown at −24.14% CAGR, reaching ₹0.12 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Code 96083011 Contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 9608 Exports — Ranked #20

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9608, HSN Code 96083011 ranks #20 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 0.01% share (rank #22).

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 96083011 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 96083011 ?

It includes Fountain pens: Other

How should mixed supplies be billed when Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100)?

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 Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100)?

Under HSN 96083011, Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100)?

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

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Fountain pens – High value (≥US$100)?

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.

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