HSN Code 96190010: Sanitary Pads or Napkins

HSN Code 96190010 represents Sanitary Pads or Napkins under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Sanitary Pads or Napkins correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 96190010, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Sanitary Pads or Napkins.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 96190010

HSN Code 96190010 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins (diapers), napkin liners and similar articles, of any material: Sanitary towels (pads) or sanitary napkins

Chapter

96 - Miscellaneous manufactured articles

Sub Chapter

9619 - Sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins (diapers), napkin liners and similar articles, of any material

CGST

0%

SGST

0%

IGST

0%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 96190010 not include?

Sanitary Pads or Napkins does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 96190020

Sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins (diapers), napkin liners and similar articles, of any material: Tampons

HSN Code 96190030

Sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins (diapers), napkin liners and similar articles, of any material : Napkins and napkin liners for babies

HSN Code 96190040

Sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins (diapers), napkin liners and similar articles, of any material : Clinical diapers

HSN Code 96190090

Sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins (diapers), napkin liners and similar articles, of any material : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 96190010 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

₹138 Cr

+21.30% vs FY 2023-24

0.0037% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹293 Cr

+17.49% vs FY 2023-24

0.0048% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹156 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #11135 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 9619

FY 2024-25

37.20%

Share of Sub-Chapter 9619’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 52.72% of Sub-Chapter 9619’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 9619

FY 2024-25

#1 of 5

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 9619

Import-side rank: #1 of 5

At a glance

15.89%

Export CAGR

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

#2261

National Export Rank

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

+36.86%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

37.20%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9619

Share of Sub-Chapter 9619 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 96190010

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 #2696

Balance

−92.55

Exports

56.94 ₹ Cr

0.0025% share

— YoY

24.39% of Sub-Ch. 9619

Imports

149.49 ₹ Cr

0.0042% share

— YoY

22.51% of Sub-Ch. 9619

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #2382

Balance

−14.67

Exports

73.44 ₹ Cr

0.0033% share

+28.98% YoY

26.08% of Sub-Ch. 9619

Imports

88.11 ₹ Cr

0.0026% share

−41.06% YoY

20.74% of Sub-Ch. 9619

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #2241

Balance

−52.24

Exports

85.35 ₹ Cr

0.0040% share

+16.22% YoY

31.05% of Sub-Ch. 9619

Imports

137.59 ₹ Cr

0.0047% share

+56.16% YoY

19.33% of Sub-Ch. 9619

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #2210

Balance

−68.70

Exports

116.81 ₹ Cr

0.0037% share

+36.86% YoY

36.09% of Sub-Ch. 9619

Imports

185.51 ₹ Cr

0.0041% share

+34.83% YoY

19.88% of Sub-Ch. 9619

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #2242

Balance

−58.70

Exports

126.70 ₹ Cr

0.0035% share

+8.47% YoY

34.68% of Sub-Ch. 9619

Imports

185.40 ₹ Cr

0.0032% share

−0.06% YoY

25.36% of Sub-Ch. 9619

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #2409

Balance

−136.06

Exports

113.72 ₹ Cr

0.0031% share

−10.24% YoY

31.95% of Sub-Ch. 9619

Imports

249.78 ₹ Cr

0.0044% share

+34.72% YoY

35.72% of Sub-Ch. 9619

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #2261

Balance

−155.52

Exports

137.94 ₹ Cr

0.0037% share

+21.30% YoY

37.20% of Sub-Ch. 9619

Imports

293.46 ₹ Cr

0.0048% share

+17.49% YoY

52.72% of Sub-Ch. 9619

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

15.89% /yr

Imports

11.90% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 9619 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹370.79 Cr

Import

₹556.60 Cr

Trade Balance

−185.81

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 96190010 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 15.89% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 96190010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 15.89% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹56.94 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹137.94 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 96190010 Ranked #2261 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 96190010 ranks #2261 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9619, it ranks #1 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #11135 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 96190010 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 96190010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 36.86% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹155.52 Crore in HSN Code 96190010 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹293.46 Cr exceeded exports of ₹137.94 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹155.52 Crore — ranking #11135 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 11.90% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Sanitary Pads or Napkins

India's imports under HSN Code 96190010 have grown at 11.90% CAGR, reaching ₹293.46 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 96190010 Contributes 37.20% of Sub-Chapter 9619 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9619, HSN Code 96190010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 37.20% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 52.72% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 96190010 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 96190010 ?

It includes Antique Items (Other)

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Sanitary Pads or Napkins?

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 Sanitary Pads or Napkins?

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 Sanitary Pads or Napkins?

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 Sanitary Pads or Napkins is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Sanitary Pads or Napkins; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

How much GST applies to Sanitary Pads or Napkins?

Under HSN 96190010, Sanitary Pads or Napkins attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.