1214 HSN Code: Forage products and hay

HSN Sub Chapter 1214 represents Forage products and hay under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Forage products and hay correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 1214, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Forage products and hay.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 1214

GST Rate for Forage products and hay under HSN Code 1214. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

12

HSN Code

1214

HSN Description

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

New GST Rate

0 %
Exempted

Old GST Rate

0 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 1214

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Forage products and hay.

Tariff HSN

12141000

Description

Lucerne (alfalfa) meal and pellets whether or not cut, crushed or powdered

Tariff HSN

12149000

Description

Other whether or not cut, crushed or powdered

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

−27.47% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹11 Cr

+84.68% vs FY 2023-24

0.0002% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹10 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #586 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 12

FY 2024-25

0.00%

Share of Chapter 12’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.14% of Chapter 12’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 12

FY 2024-25

#13 of 14

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 12

Import-side rank: #10 of 14

At a glance

11.15%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#1149

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+1,320.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2022-23 · strongest single-year move

0.00%

Contribution to Ch. 12

Share of Chapter 12 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for 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 2018-19 Exp. Rank #1163

Balance

+0.09

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Ch. 12

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.01% of Ch. 12

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1094

Balance

+1.84

Exports

2.19 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+525.71% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 12

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+34.62% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 12

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1148

Balance

−0.20

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−81.28% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 12

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+74.29% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 12

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1185

Balance

−5.94

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−87.80% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 12

Imports

5.99 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+881.97% YoY

0.09% of Ch. 12

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1149

Balance

−12.81

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+1,320.00% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 12

Imports

13.52 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+125.71% YoY

0.17% of Ch. 12

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1153

Balance

−5.03

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+28.17% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 12

Imports

5.94 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−56.07% YoY

0.06% of Ch. 12

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1149

Balance

−10.31

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−27.47% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 12

Imports

10.97 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+84.68% YoY

0.14% of Ch. 12

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

11.15% /yr

Imports

86.58% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 12 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹17,996.47 Cr

Import

₹7,700.01 Cr

Trade Balance

+10,296.46

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

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 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 1214 ranks #1149 out of 1233 subchapters 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 subchapters 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).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 1214 and GST compliance.

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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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