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# HSN Code 96089191: Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 96089191 ?

It includes Other Pastels/Charcoals/Chalks

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal?

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 Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal?

Under HSN 96089191, Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal?

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 Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal?

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 96089191 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹55 Cr (−9.43% YoY) — 0.0015% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹4 Cr (−74.88% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹52 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2131 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9608: 2.59% of its exports; import side 0.55%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9608: #6 of 27 by export value; import-side #16

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -5.01% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3487 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +24.01% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9608: 2.59% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 96089191

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 | 75.34 | 0.0033% | — | 5.08% | 1.28 | 0.0000% | — | 0.26% | +74.06 | #2336 |
| FY 2019-20 | 69.13 | 0.0031% | −8.24% | 4.73% | 3.83 | 0.0001% | +199.22% | 0.83% | +65.30 | #2461 |
| FY 2020-21 | 54.22 | 0.0025% | −21.57% | 4.93% | 2.45 | 0.0001% | −36.03% | 1.04% | +51.77 | #2816 |
| FY 2021-22 | 67.24 | 0.0021% | +24.01% | 4.56% | 12.35 | 0.0003% | +404.08% | 2.99% | +54.89 | #2933 |
| FY 2022-23 | 75.99 | 0.0021% | +13.01% | 3.88% | 16.31 | 0.0003% | +32.06% | 2.72% | +59.68 | #2917 |
| FY 2023-24 | 61.09 | 0.0017% | −19.61% | 3.15% | 14.57 | 0.0003% | −10.67% | 2.12% | +46.52 | #3255 |
| FY 2024-25 | 55.33 | 0.0015% | −9.43% | 2.59% | 3.66 | 0.0001% | −74.88% | 0.55% | +51.67 | #3487 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -5.01%/yr, imports 19.14%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 96089191 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -5.01% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 96089191 have declined at a compound annual rate of -5.01% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹75.34 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹55.33 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 96089191 ranked #3487 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 96089191 ranks #3487 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9608, it ranks #6 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #2131 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 96089191 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 96089191 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 24.01% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹51.67 Crore in HSN Code 96089191 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹55.33 Cr exceeded imports of ₹3.66 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹51.67 Crore — ranking #2131 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 19.14% CAGR signals rising demand for Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Of metal

India's imports under HSN Code 96089191 have grown at 19.14% CAGR, reaching ₹3.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 96089191 contributes 2.59% of Sub-Chapter 9608 exports — ranked #6

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9608, HSN Code 96089191 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 2.59% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.55% share (rank #16).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |