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# HSN Code 98020000: Laboratory Chemicals

- [Section 21: Guide to HSN Section 21](https://busy.in/hsn/section-21/)
- [Chapter 98: Project Imports & Laboratory Chemicals](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-98/)
- [Sub-chapter 9802: Laboratory chemicals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9802/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Laboratory chemicals | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 98020000 ?

It includes Other live animals – other – other

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Laboratory Chemicals?

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 Laboratory Chemicals?

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 Laboratory Chemicals?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Laboratory Chemicals?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Laboratory Chemicals is sold with other items?

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

### How much GST applies to Laboratory Chemicals?

Under HSN 98020000, Laboratory Chemicals attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 98020000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹87 Cr (−35.30% YoY) — 0.0024% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹620 Cr (−11.60% YoY) — 0.0102% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹533 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11942 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9802: 100.00% of its exports; import side 100.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9802: #1 of 1 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 32.15% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2863 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +148.43% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9802: 100.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 98020000

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. 9802 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9802 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 16.34 | 0.0007% | — | 100.00% | 39.89 | 0.0011% | — | 100.00% | −23.55 | #4353 |
| FY 2019-20 | 14.35 | 0.0007% | −12.18% | 100.00% | 55.75 | 0.0017% | +39.76% | 100.00% | −41.40 | #4554 |
| FY 2020-21 | 35.65 | 0.0017% | +148.43% | 100.00% | 104.24 | 0.0036% | +86.98% | 100.00% | −68.59 | #3419 |
| FY 2021-22 | 47.26 | 0.0015% | +32.57% | 100.00% | 180.78 | 0.0040% | +73.43% | 100.00% | −133.52 | #3436 |
| FY 2022-23 | 112.02 | 0.0031% | +137.03% | 100.00% | 415.65 | 0.0072% | +129.92% | 100.00% | −303.63 | #2382 |
| FY 2023-24 | 134.52 | 0.0037% | +20.09% | 100.00% | 701.28 | 0.0125% | +68.72% | 100.00% | −566.76 | #2236 |
| FY 2024-25 | 87.04 | 0.0024% | −35.30% | 100.00% | 619.91 | 0.0102% | −11.60% | 100.00% | −532.87 | #2863 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 32.15%/yr, imports 57.97%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 98020000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 32.15% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 98020000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 32.15% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹16.34 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹87.04 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 98020000 ranked #2863 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 98020000 ranks #2863 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9802, it ranks #1 of 1. By trade surplus, it ranks #11942 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 98020000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 98020000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 148.43% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹532.87 Crore in HSN Code 98020000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹619.91 Cr exceeded exports of ₹87.04 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹532.87 Crore — ranking #11942 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 57.97% CAGR signals rising demand for Laboratory Chemicals

India's imports under HSN Code 98020000 have grown at 57.97% CAGR, reaching ₹619.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 98020000 contributes 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 9802 exports — ranked #1

Among the 1 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9802, HSN Code 98020000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 100.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 100.00% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9802

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 98020000: Laboratory Chemicals (this hsn code) | ₹87 Cr |