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# HSN Code 96089199: Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Other

- [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: Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 96089199 ?

It includes Other Drawing, Writing & Marking Supplies

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Other 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: Other; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

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

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

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

Under HSN 96089199, Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Other attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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

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

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 96089199 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹74 Cr (−22.39% YoY) — 0.0020% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹83 Cr (−14.64% YoY) — 0.0014% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹9 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8989 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9608: 3.46% of its exports; import side 12.51%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9608: #4 of 27 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 2.50% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3068 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +58.55% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9608: 3.46% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 96089199

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 | 63.85 | 0.0028% | — | 4.31% | 120.18 | 0.0034% | — | 24.15% | −56.33 | #2548 |
| FY 2019-20 | 60.34 | 0.0027% | −5.50% | 4.13% | 76.93 | 0.0023% | −35.99% | 16.60% | −16.59 | #2632 |
| FY 2020-21 | 41.90 | 0.0019% | −30.56% | 3.81% | 36.39 | 0.0012% | −52.70% | 15.51% | +5.51 | #3186 |
| FY 2021-22 | 62.75 | 0.0020% | +49.76% | 4.26% | 59.14 | 0.0013% | +62.52% | 14.30% | +3.61 | #3049 |
| FY 2022-23 | 99.49 | 0.0027% | +58.55% | 5.08% | 93.06 | 0.0016% | +57.36% | 15.50% | +6.43 | #2540 |
| FY 2023-24 | 95.42 | 0.0026% | −4.09% | 4.92% | 97.14 | 0.0017% | +4.38% | 14.16% | −1.72 | #2645 |
| FY 2024-25 | 74.06 | 0.0020% | −22.39% | 3.46% | 82.92 | 0.0014% | −14.64% | 12.51% | −8.86 | #3068 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 2.50%/yr, imports -6.00%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 96089199 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 2.50% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 96089199 have grown at a compound annual rate of 2.50% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹63.85 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹74.06 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 96089199 ranked #3068 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 96089199 ranks #3068 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9608, it ranks #4 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #8989 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 96089199 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 96089199 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 58.55% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹8.86 Crore in HSN Code 96089199 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹82.92 Cr exceeded exports of ₹74.06 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹8.86 Crore — ranking #8989 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -6.00% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other : Pen nibs and nib points: other: Other

India's imports under HSN Code 96089199 have grown at -6.00% CAGR, reaching ₹82.92 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 96089199 contributes 3.46% of Sub-Chapter 9608 exports — ranked #4

Among the 27 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9608, HSN Code 96089199 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 3.46% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 12.51% share (rank #3).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |