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# HSN Sub-chapter 1506: Animal fats & oils

therefrom (including lanolin)

Part of [Chapter 15: Animal or Vegetable Fats, Oils and Their Cleavage Products](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-15/).

- Current GST rate: 5%
- Earlier GST rate: 12%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 15060010 | [Neatsfoot oil and fats from bone or waste](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15060010/) |
| 15060090 | [Other Animal Fats and Oils, Not Chemically Modified](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15060090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 1506

It includes Animal fats & oils

### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Animal fats & oils?

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.

### Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Animal fats & oils?

If your outward supply of Animal fats & oils 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.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Animal fats & oils?

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.

### How are warranty replacements of Animal fats & oils 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 should I document Animal fats & oils sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Animal fats & oils to the job worker. Declare movement in your records and reconcile when the goods return. If the job worker raises a service invoice, classify it under SAC; your goods remain under the original HSN.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 1506 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (+240.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: < ₹1 Crore (Surplus); surplus rank #519 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 15: 0.00% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Chapter 15: #19 of 21 by export value

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 60.35% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1174 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +240.00% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Ch. 15: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 1506

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. 15 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 15 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | — | — | — | — | — | #1201 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | 0.00% | 0.00% | — | — | — | — | — | #1191 |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.03 | #1190 |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.05 | #1195 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +240.00% | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.17 | #1174 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 60.35%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 1506 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 60.35% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1506 have grown at a compound annual rate of 60.35% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.01 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.17 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 1506 ranked #1174 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 1506 ranks #1174 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 15, it ranks #19 of 21. By trade surplus, it ranks #519 of 1233.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 1506 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 1506 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 240.00% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹0.17 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 1506 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.17 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.17 Crore — ranking #519 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 1506 contributes 0.00% of Chapter 15 exports — ranked #19

Among the 21 sub-chapters under Chapter 15, HSN Sub-Chapter 1506 ranks #19 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 15

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1515: Vegetable Oils & Fats](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1515/) | ₹10,394 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1508: Ground-nut oil & fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1508/) | ₹3,109 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1516: Partially hydrogenated animal/veg oils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1516/) | ₹954 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1513: Coconut oil](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1513/) | ₹451 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1502: Animal fats](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1502/) | ₹441 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1504: Fish oils & their fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1504/) | ₹403 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1518: Animal & vegetable fats & oils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1518/) | ₹378 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1512: Sunflower seed oil & fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1512/) | ₹329 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1507: Soybean oil & fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1507/) | ₹219 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 1514: Rape seed oil & fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1514/) | ₹214 Cr |
| #19 | HSN Sub-Chapter 1506: Animal fats & oils (this hsn sub-chapter) | < ₹1 Crore |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 1501 | [Industrial ovens & furnaces](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1501/) |
| 1502 | [Animal fats](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1502/) |
| 1503 | [Lard products & oils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1503/) |
| 1504 | [Fish oils & their fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1504/) |
| 1505 | [Wool grease](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1505/) |
| 1507 | [Soybean oil & fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1507/) |
| 1508 | [Ground-nut oil & fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1508/) |
| 1509 | [Concentrated milk & cream](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1509/) |
| 1510 | [Olive oil & fractions, blends included](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1510/) |
| 1511 | [Palm oil](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1511/) |
| 1512 | [Sunflower seed oil & fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1512/) |
| 1513 | [Coconut oil](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1513/) |
| 1514 | [Rape seed oil & fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1514/) |
| 1515 | [Vegetable Oils & Fats](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1515/) |
| 1516 | [Partially hydrogenated animal/veg oils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1516/) |
| 1517 | [Margarine & fat mixes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1517/) |
| 1518 | [Animal & vegetable fats & oils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1518/) |
| 1520 | [Crude glycerol & glycerol waters](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1520/) |
| 1521 | [Vegetable & insect waxes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1521/) |
| 1522 | [Degras from fatty substances](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1522/) |