HSN Code 96086010: Liquid Ink Pen Refill

HSN Code 96086010 represents Liquid Ink Pen Refill under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Liquid Ink Pen Refill correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 96086010, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Liquid Ink Pen Refill.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 96086010

HSN Code 96086010 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

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

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 96086010 not include?

Liquid Ink Pen Refill 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 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 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 96086010 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

₹15 Cr

+35.70% vs FY 2023-24

0.0004% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹5 Cr

−0.38% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹10 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #3323 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 9608

FY 2024-25

0.71%

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

Import side: 0.80% of Sub-Chapter 9608’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 9608

FY 2024-25

#9 of 27

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

Import-side rank: #15 of 27

At a glance

2.85%

Export CAGR

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

#5244

National Export Rank

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

+61.45%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move

0.71%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9608

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

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 96086010

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 #4708

Balance

+5.85

Exports

12.75 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

— YoY

0.86% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

6.90 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

— YoY

1.39% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #5110

Balance

−0.96

Exports

9.21 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

−27.76% YoY

0.63% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

10.17 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+47.39% YoY

2.19% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #4586

Balance

+10.29

Exports

14.87 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

+61.45% YoY

1.35% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

4.58 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−54.97% YoY

1.95% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #4640

Balance

+13.93

Exports

19.43 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+30.67% YoY

1.32% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

5.50 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+20.09% YoY

1.33% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #4350

Balance

+18.48

Exports

26.01 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

+33.87% YoY

1.33% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

7.53 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+36.91% YoY

1.25% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #5603

Balance

+5.80

Exports

11.12 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−57.25% YoY

0.57% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

5.32 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−29.35% YoY

0.78% of Sub-Ch. 9608

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #5244

Balance

+9.79

Exports

15.09 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+35.70% YoY

0.71% of Sub-Ch. 9608

Imports

5.30 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−0.38% YoY

0.80% of Sub-Ch. 9608

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

2.85% /yr

Imports

−4.30% /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 96086010 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 2.85% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 96086010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 2.85% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹12.75 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹15.09 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 96086010 Ranked #5244 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 96086010 ranks #5244 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9608, it ranks #9 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #3323 of 12657.

FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 96086010 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 96086010 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 61.45% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹9.79 Crore in HSN Code 96086010 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹15.09 Cr exceeded imports of ₹5.30 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹9.79 Crore — ranking #3323 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −4.30% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Liquid Ink Pen Refill

India's imports under HSN Code 96086010 have grown at −4.30% CAGR, reaching ₹5.30 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 96086010 Contributes 0.71% of Sub-Chapter 9608 Exports — Ranked #9

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9608, HSN Code 96086010 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 0.71% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.80% share (rank #15).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 96086010 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 96086010 ?

It includes Writing Accessories (Other)

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

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

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Liquid Ink Pen Refill?

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.

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

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 much GST applies to Liquid Ink Pen Refill?

Under HSN 96086010, Liquid Ink Pen Refill attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Any common misclassification issue with Liquid Ink Pen Refill?

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 Liquid Ink Pen Refill is sold with other items?

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

Important Disclaimer

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