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# HSN Sub-chapter 1213: Unprepared cereal straw & husks

Cereal straw and husks, unprepared whether or not chopped, ground, pressed or in the form of pellets

Part of [Chapter 12: Oil Seeds, Grains, Medicinal Plants and Straw](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-12/).

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

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 12130000 | [Cereal straw & husks](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12130000/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 1213

It includes Unprepared cereal straw & husks

### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Unprepared cereal straw & husks?

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.

### Any special steps when selling Unprepared cereal straw & husks 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.

### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Unprepared cereal straw & husks?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Unprepared cereal straw & husks are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

### If I repair and return Unprepared cereal straw & husks, 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.

### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Unprepared cereal straw & husks?

The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Unprepared cereal straw & husks?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹7 Cr (+272.40% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (−81.62% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹6 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #486 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 12: 0.04% of its exports; import side 0.01%
- Rank within Chapter 12: #11 of 14 by export value; import-side #11

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -1.10% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1067 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +272.40% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Ch. 12: 0.04% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 1213

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. 12 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 12 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 7.64 | 0.0003% | — | 0.07% | 3.74 | 0.0001% | — | 0.09% | +3.90 | #1025 |
| FY 2019-20 | 12.32 | 0.0006% | +61.26% | 0.10% | 4.45 | 0.0001% | +18.98% | 0.08% | +7.87 | #988 |
| FY 2020-21 | 9.64 | 0.0004% | −21.75% | 0.07% | 2.40 | 0.0001% | −46.07% | 0.04% | +7.24 | #996 |
| FY 2021-22 | 25.90 | 0.0008% | +168.67% | 0.20% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −96.67% | 0.00% | +25.82 | #945 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.91 | 0.0001% | −92.63% | 0.01% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +1.91 | #1116 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.92 | 0.0001% | +0.52% | 0.01% | 4.08 | 0.0001% | — | 0.04% | −2.16 | #1124 |
| FY 2024-25 | 7.15 | 0.0002% | +272.40% | 0.04% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −81.62% | 0.01% | +6.40 | #1067 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -1.10%/yr, imports -23.49%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -1.10% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 have declined at a compound annual rate of -1.10% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹7.64 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹7.15 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 ranked #1067 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 ranks #1067 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 12, it ranks #11 of 14. By trade surplus, it ranks #486 of 1233.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 272.40% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹6.40 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹7.15 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.75 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹6.40 Crore — ranking #486 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -23.49% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Unprepared cereal straw & husks

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 have grown at -23.49% CAGR, reaching ₹0.75 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 contributes 0.04% of Chapter 12 exports — ranked #11

Among the 14 sub-chapters under Chapter 12, HSN Sub-Chapter 1213 ranks #11 by export value — accounting for 0.04% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.01% share (rank #11).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 12

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1202: Fresh poultry products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1202/) | ₹6,728 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1207: Oil seeds and fruits](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1207/) | ₹4,746 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1211: Plants used in perfumery or pharmacy](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1211/) | ₹4,509 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1209: Seeds & fruit for sowing](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1209/) | ₹1,347 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1203: Copra](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1203/) | ₹242 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1204: Linseed broken or not](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1204/) | ₹173 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1208: Vegetable fibre fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1208/) | ₹118 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1212: Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1212/) | ₹58 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1201: Soya beans, broken or not](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1201/) | ₹47 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1206: Sunflower seeds, broken or not](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1206/) | ₹20 Cr |
| #11 | HSN Sub-Chapter 1213: Unprepared cereal straw & husks (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹7 Cr |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 1201 | [Soya beans, broken or not](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1201/) |
| 1202 | [Fresh poultry products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1202/) |
| 1203 | [Copra](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1203/) |
| 1204 | [Linseed broken or not](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1204/) |
| 1205 | [Rape or colza seeds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1205/) |
| 1206 | [Sunflower seeds, broken or not](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1206/) |
| 1207 | [Oil seeds and fruits](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1207/) |
| 1208 | [Vegetable fibre fabrics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1208/) |
| 1209 | [Seeds & fruit for sowing](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1209/) |
| 1210 | [Hop cones & lupulin](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1210/) |
| 1211 | [Plants used in perfumery or pharmacy](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1211/) |
| 1212 | [Locust beans, seaweeds & other algae](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1212/) |
| 1214 | [Forage products and hay](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1214/) |