--- title: "0803 HSN Code | HSN Code for Bananas, plantains in India" description: "Know more about 0803 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 0803 covering Bananas, plantains." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0803/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 0803: Bananas, plantains Bananas, including plantains, fresh or dried Part of [Chapter 08: Edible Fruit and Nuts; Peel of Citrus or Melons](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-08/). - Current GST rate: 0% - Earlier GST rate: 0% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 08031010 | [Plantains\| Curry Plantain](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-08031010/) | | 08031090 | [Plantains\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-08031090/) | | 08039010 | [Fresh Bananas](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-08039010/) | | 08039090 | [Dried or Fresh Bananas & Plantains \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-08039090/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 0803 It includes Bananas, plantains ### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Bananas, plantains? Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly. ### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Bananas, plantains? Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Bananas, plantains is sold in small pouches (e.g., 500 g) with an MRP and label, record that on the invoice. Loose bulk bags often follow a different treatment. ### What misclassification mistakes happen with Bananas, plantains? Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper. ### Any special steps when selling Bananas, plantains 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. ### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Bananas, plantains? Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹3,226 Cr (+32.72% YoY) — 0.0871% of India's total exports - Imports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹3,226 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #96 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 08: 22.38% of its exports; import side 0.00% - Rank within Chapter 08: #3 of 14 by export value ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 40.57% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #191 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +70.49% in FY 2023-24 - Contribution to Ch. 08: 22.38% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 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. 08 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 08 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 418.22 | 0.0182% | — | 3.70% | — | — | — | — | — | #455 | | FY 2019-20 | 662.72 | 0.0300% | +58.46% | 6.25% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +662.63 | #357 | | FY 2020-21 | 752.70 | 0.0350% | +13.58% | 7.53% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +752.70 | #356 | | FY 2021-22 | 1,198.37 | 0.0382% | +59.21% | 10.44% | — | — | — | — | — | #333 | | FY 2022-23 | 1,425.72 | 0.0394% | +18.97% | 12.25% | — | — | — | — | — | #319 | | FY 2023-24 | 2,430.78 | 0.0672% | +70.49% | 17.93% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +2,430.78 | #215 | | FY 2024-25 | 3,226.15 | 0.0871% | +32.72% | 22.38% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +3,226.15 | #191 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 40.57%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 40.57% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 have grown at a compound annual rate of 40.57% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹418.22 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3,226.15 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 ranked #191 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 ranks #191 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 08, it ranks #3 of 14. By trade surplus, it ranks #96 of 1233. ### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 70.49% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹3,226.15 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹3,226.15 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹3,226.15 Crore — ranking #96 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 contributes 22.38% of Chapter 08 exports — ranked #3 Among the 14 sub-chapters under Chapter 08, HSN Sub-Chapter 0803 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 22.38% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share. ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 08 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0806: Grapes, fresh or dried](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0806/) | ₹3,681 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0801: Fresh nuts & coconuts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0801/) | ₹3,662 Cr | | #3 | HSN Sub-Chapter 0803: Bananas, plantains (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹3,226 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0804: Rubber products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0804/) | ₹1,384 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0810: Other fruit](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0810/) | ₹878 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0813: Dried fruits & nut mixtures](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0813/) | ₹458 Cr | | #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0811: Prepared fruits & nuts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0811/) | ₹380 Cr | | #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0805: Citrus fruit, fresh or dried](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0805/) | ₹219 Cr | | #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0802: Nuts and seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0802/) | ₹204 Cr | | #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0807: Fresh melons and papaws](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0807/) | ₹190 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 0801 | [Fresh nuts & coconuts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0801/) | | 0802 | [Nuts and seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0802/) | | 0804 | [Rubber products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0804/) | | 0805 | [Citrus fruit, fresh or dried](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0805/) | | 0806 | [Grapes, fresh or dried](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0806/) | | 0807 | [Fresh melons and papaws](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0807/) | | 0808 | [Apples, pears & quinces](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0808/) | | 0809 | [Fresh apricots and plums](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0809/) | | 0810 | [Other fruit](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0810/) | | 0811 | [Prepared fruits & nuts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0811/) | | 0812 | [Preserved fruits & nuts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0812/) | | 0813 | [Dried fruits & nut mixtures](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0813/) | | 0814 | [Citrus peel and melons](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0814/) |