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# HSN Code 96083019: Other fountain pens

- [Section 20: Guide to HSN Section 20](https://busy.in/hsn/section-20/)
- [Chapter 96: Miscellaneous Manufactured Items](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-96/)
- [Sub-chapter 9608: Ball point pens, markers, pencils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9608/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Fountain pens, stylograph pens and other pens: Fountain pens: Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 96083019 ?

It includes Sets from two or more sub-headings

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other fountain pens?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other fountain pens?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other fountain pens?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other fountain pens is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other fountain pens?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 96083019 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹7 Cr (+18.68% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹33 Cr (+34.44% YoY) — 0.0005% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹26 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9722 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9608: 0.34% of its exports; import side 4.95%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9608: #12 of 27 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 21.98% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6192 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +106.48% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9608: 0.34% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 96083019

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. 9608 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9608 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 2.18 | 0.0001% | — | 0.15% | 13.96 | 0.0004% | — | 2.81% | −11.78 | #6853 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3.20 | 0.0001% | +46.79% | 0.22% | 10.35 | 0.0003% | −25.86% | 2.23% | −7.15 | #6382 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.19 | 0.0001% | −0.31% | 0.29% | 7.99 | 0.0003% | −22.80% | 3.41% | −4.80 | #6485 |
| FY 2021-22 | 3.13 | 0.0001% | −1.88% | 0.21% | 14.55 | 0.0003% | +82.10% | 3.52% | −11.42 | #6862 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2.93 | 0.0001% | −6.39% | 0.15% | 17.28 | 0.0003% | +18.76% | 2.88% | −14.35 | #7027 |
| FY 2023-24 | 6.05 | 0.0002% | +106.48% | 0.31% | 24.39 | 0.0004% | +41.15% | 3.56% | −18.34 | #6345 |
| FY 2024-25 | 7.18 | 0.0002% | +18.68% | 0.34% | 32.79 | 0.0005% | +34.44% | 4.95% | −25.61 | #6192 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 21.98%/yr, imports 15.29%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 96083019 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 21.98% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 96083019 have grown at a compound annual rate of 21.98% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.18 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹7.18 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 96083019 ranked #6192 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 96083019 ranks #6192 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9608, it ranks #12 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #9722 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 96083019 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 96083019 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 106.48% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹25.61 Crore in HSN Code 96083019 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹32.79 Cr exceeded exports of ₹7.18 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹25.61 Crore — ranking #9722 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 15.29% CAGR signals rising demand for Other fountain pens

India's imports under HSN Code 96083019 have grown at 15.29% CAGR, reaching ₹32.79 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 96083019 contributes 0.34% of Sub-Chapter 9608 exports — ranked #12

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9608, HSN Code 96083019 ranks #12 by export value — accounting for 0.34% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 4.95% share (rank #6).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9608

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 96081019: Ballpoint Pens With Liquid Ink (Rolling Ball)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96081019/) | ₹1,132 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 96082000: Felt-tipped pens](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96082000/) | ₹396 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 96081099: Ballpoint Pens](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96081099/) | ₹270 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 96089199: Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96089199/) | ₹74 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 96089990: Writing Accessories (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96089990/) | ₹68 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 96089191: Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96089191/) | ₹55 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 96086090: Refills for Ballpoint Pens: Ink Reservoir & Ball Point](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96086090/) | ₹52 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 96083099: Fountain pens: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96083099/) | ₹42 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 96086010: Liquid Ink Pen Refill](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96086010/) | ₹15 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 96084000: Propelling Or Sliding Pencils](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96084000/) | ₹11 Cr |
| #12 | HSN Code 96083019: Other fountain pens (this hsn code) | ₹7 Cr |