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# HSN Sub-chapter 1214: Forage products and hay

Swedes, mangolds, fodder roots, hay, lucerne (alfalfa), clover, sainfoin, forage kale, lupines, vetches and similar forage products, whether or not 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 |
| --- | --- |
| 12141000 | [Lucerne (Alfalfa) Meal and Pellets: Cut, Crushed or Powdered](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12141000/) |
| 12149000 | [Other, whether or not cut, crushed, or powdered](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-12149000/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 1214

It includes Forage products and hay

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Forage products and hay?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Forage products and hay 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.

### How are warranty replacements of Forage products and hay 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.

### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Forage products and hay?

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.

### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Forage products and hay?

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.

### If I repair and return Forage products and hay, 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−27.47% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹11 Cr (+84.68% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹10 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #586 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 12: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.14%
- Rank within Chapter 12: #13 of 14 by export value; import-side #10

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 11.15% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1149 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,320.00% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Ch. 12: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 1214

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 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | +0.09 | #1163 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.19 | 0.0001% | +525.71% | 0.02% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +34.62% | 0.01% | +1.84 | #1094 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −81.28% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +74.29% | 0.01% | −0.20 | #1148 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −87.80% | 0.00% | 5.99 | 0.0001% | +881.97% | 0.09% | −5.94 | #1185 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +1,320.00% | 0.00% | 13.52 | 0.0002% | +125.71% | 0.17% | −12.81 | #1149 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +28.17% | 0.01% | 5.94 | 0.0001% | −56.07% | 0.06% | −5.03 | #1153 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −27.47% | 0.00% | 10.97 | 0.0002% | +84.68% | 0.14% | −10.31 | #1149 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 11.15%/yr, imports 86.58%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 11.15% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.15% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.35 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 ranked #1149 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 ranks #1149 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 12, it ranks #13 of 14. By trade surplus, it ranks #586 of 1233.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 1,320.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹10.31 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹10.97 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.66 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹10.31 Crore — ranking #586 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 86.58% CAGR signals rising demand for Forage products and hay

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 have grown at 86.58% CAGR, reaching ₹10.97 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 contributes 0.00% of Chapter 12 exports — ranked #13

Among the 14 sub-chapters under Chapter 12, HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 ranks #13 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.14% share (rank #10).

## 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 |
| #13 | HSN Sub-Chapter 1214: Forage products and hay (this hsn sub-chapter) | < ₹1 Crore |

## 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/) |
| 1213 | [Unprepared cereal straw & husks](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1213/) |