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# HSN Code 96151100: Combs: Hard rubber/plastics

- [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 9615: Hair Accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9615/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Combs, hair-slides and the like: Of hard rubber or plastics | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 96151100 ?

It includes Vacuum Casseroles/Containers

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Combs: Hard rubber/plastics?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Combs: Hard rubber/plastics?

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

### How much GST applies to Combs: Hard rubber/plastics?

Under HSN 96151100, Combs: Hard rubber/plastics attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Combs: Hard rubber/plastics?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Combs: Hard rubber/plastics is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Combs: Hard rubber/plastics; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 96151100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹36 Cr (−4.86% YoY) — 0.0010% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹48 Cr (+41.05% YoY) — 0.0008% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹12 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9168 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9615: 44.95% of its exports; import side 15.26%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9615: #1 of 3 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 5.91% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #4047 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +72.86% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9615: 44.95% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 96151100

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. 9615 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9615 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 25.81 | 0.0011% | — | 37.44% | 22.89 | 0.0006% | — | 12.99% | +2.92 | #3767 |
| FY 2019-20 | 21.00 | 0.0010% | −18.64% | 34.12% | 27.38 | 0.0008% | +19.62% | 13.73% | −6.38 | #4044 |
| FY 2020-21 | 19.38 | 0.0009% | −7.71% | 22.54% | 16.73 | 0.0006% | −38.90% | 14.64% | +2.65 | #4228 |
| FY 2021-22 | 33.50 | 0.0011% | +72.86% | 40.56% | 28.78 | 0.0006% | +72.03% | 17.51% | +4.72 | #3902 |
| FY 2022-23 | 36.82 | 0.0010% | +9.91% | 59.09% | 35.31 | 0.0006% | +22.69% | 16.43% | +1.51 | #3886 |
| FY 2023-24 | 38.29 | 0.0011% | +3.99% | 50.68% | 34.08 | 0.0006% | −3.48% | 13.44% | +4.21 | #3900 |
| FY 2024-25 | 36.43 | 0.0010% | −4.86% | 44.95% | 48.07 | 0.0008% | +41.05% | 15.26% | −11.64 | #4047 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 5.91%/yr, imports 13.16%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 96151100 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 5.91% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 96151100 have grown at a compound annual rate of 5.91% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹25.81 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹36.43 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 96151100 ranked #4047 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 96151100 ranks #4047 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9615, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #9168 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 96151100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 96151100 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 72.86% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹11.64 Crore in HSN Code 96151100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹48.07 Cr exceeded exports of ₹36.43 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹11.64 Crore — ranking #9168 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 13.16% CAGR signals rising demand for Combs: Hard rubber/plastics

India's imports under HSN Code 96151100 have grown at 13.16% CAGR, reaching ₹48.07 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 96151100 contributes 44.95% of Sub-Chapter 9615 exports — ranked #1

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9615, HSN Code 96151100 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 44.95% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 15.26% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9615

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 96151100: Combs: Hard rubber/plastics (this hsn code) | ₹36 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 96159000: Combs, Hair-slides & Hair Accessories](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96159000/) | ₹36 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 96151900: Combs, hair-slides: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-96151900/) | ₹8 Cr |