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# HSN Sub-chapter 0705: Fresh lettuce and chicory

Lettuce (lactucasativa) and chicory (cichorium spp. ), fresh or chilled

Part of [Chapter 07: Edible Vegetables and Certain Roots and Tubers](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-07/).

- Current GST rate: 0%
- Earlier GST rate: 0%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 07051100 | [Lettuce\| Cabbage Lettuce (Head Lettuce)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-07051100/) |
| 07051900 | [Lettuce\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-07051900/) |
| 07052100 | [Witloof chicory](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-07052100/) |
| 07052900 | [Chicory, Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-07052900/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 0705

It includes Fresh lettuce and chicory

### If I repair and return Fresh lettuce and chicory, how should I charge GST?

Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values.

### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Fresh lettuce and chicory?

If your outward supply of Fresh lettuce and chicory is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43.

### Any special steps when selling Fresh lettuce and chicory through an e‑commerce platform?

Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.

### How are warranty replacements of Fresh lettuce and chicory handled?

If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.

### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Fresh lettuce and chicory?

Generate an e‑way bill when the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000, unless exempted for the transaction. E‑invoicing depends on turnover (AATO threshold as notified) for B2B supplies, not on the item itself.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−42.68% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−31.03% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: < ₹1 Crore (Surplus); surplus rank #512 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 07: 0.01% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Chapter 07: #14 of 14 by export value; import-side #10

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -3.30% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1142 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +187.83% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Ch. 07: 0.01% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 0705

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 Ch. 07 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 07 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.15 | 0.0001% | — | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +1.11 | #1131 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3.31 | 0.0001% | +187.83% | 0.04% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +3.31 | #1069 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2.39 | 0.0001% | −27.79% | 0.02% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +2.39 | #1091 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.94 | 0.0001% | −18.83% | 0.02% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +1.94 | #1111 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.05 | 0.0000% | −45.88% | 0.01% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +1.05 | #1138 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.64 | 0.0000% | +56.19% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +1.35 | #1129 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −42.68% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −31.03% | 0.00% | +0.74 | #1142 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -3.30%/yr, imports 30.77%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -3.30% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 have declined at a compound annual rate of -3.30% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹1.15 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.94 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 ranked #1142 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 ranks #1142 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 07, it ranks #14 of 14. By trade surplus, it ranks #512 of 1233.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 187.83% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹0.74 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.94 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.20 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.74 Crore — ranking #512 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 30.77% CAGR signals rising demand for Fresh lettuce and chicory

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 have grown at 30.77% CAGR, reaching ₹0.20 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 contributes 0.01% of Chapter 07 exports — ranked #14

Among the 14 sub-chapters under Chapter 07, HSN Sub-Chapter 0705 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share (rank #10).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 07

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0713: Dried Leguminous Vegetables, Shelled](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0713/) | ₹7,243 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0703: Refined olive oil](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0703/) | ₹4,060 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0712: Developed photographic film](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0712/) | ₹2,534 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0709: Fresh or chilled vegetables, other](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0709/) | ₹1,455 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0711: Vegetables in preservation](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0711/) | ₹1,061 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0701: Potatoes, fresh or chilled](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0701/) | ₹1,015 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0710: Frozen vegetables](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0710/) | ₹809 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0702: Tomatoes, fresh or chilled](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0702/) | ₹204 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0714: Roots/tubers with high starch, fresh](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0714/) | ₹96 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0708: Fresh leguminous vegetables](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0708/) | ₹26 Cr |
| #14 | HSN Sub-Chapter 0705: Fresh lettuce and chicory (this hsn sub-chapter) | < ₹1 Crore |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 0701 | [Potatoes, fresh or chilled](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0701/) |
| 0702 | [Tomatoes, fresh or chilled](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0702/) |
| 0703 | [Refined olive oil](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0703/) |
| 0704 | [Man-made yarn for retail](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0704/) |
| 0706 | [Fresh edible root vegetables](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0706/) |
| 0707 | [Cucumbers or gherkins](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0707/) |
| 0708 | [Fresh leguminous vegetables](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0708/) |
| 0709 | [Fresh or chilled vegetables, other](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0709/) |
| 0710 | [Frozen vegetables](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0710/) |
| 0711 | [Vegetables in preservation](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0711/) |
| 0712 | [Developed photographic film](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0712/) |
| 0713 | [Dried Leguminous Vegetables, Shelled](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0713/) |
| 0714 | [Roots/tubers with high starch, fresh](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0714/) |