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# HSN Sub-chapter 1516: Partially hydrogenated animal/veg oils

Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared

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: 5%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 15161000 | [Animal Fats & Oils](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15161000/) |
| 15162011 | [Vegetable fats & oils – Cotton seed oil – Edible grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15162011/) |
| 15162019 | [Vegetable fats & oils – Cotton seed oil – Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15162019/) |
| 15162021 | [Groundnut Oil: Edible Grade Vegetable Fats and Oils](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15162021/) |
| 15162029 | [Vegetable fats & oils – Groundnut oil – Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15162029/) |
| 15162031 | [Hydrogenated Castor Oil (Opal-Wax): Edible Grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15162031/) |
| 15162039 | [Vegetable fats & oils – Hydrogenated castor oil (opal-wax) – Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15162039/) |
| 15162091 | [Edible vegetable fats](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15162091/) |
| 15162099 | [Vegetable fats & oils: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15162099/) |
| 15163000 | [Microbial fats and oils and their fractions](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-15163000/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 1516

It includes Partially hydrogenated animal/veg oils

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Partially hydrogenated animal/veg 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 should I document Partially hydrogenated animal/veg oils sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Partially hydrogenated animal/veg 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.

### If I repair and return Partially hydrogenated animal/veg oils, 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.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Partially hydrogenated animal/veg oils?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Partially hydrogenated animal/veg oils 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.

### Any special steps when selling Partially hydrogenated animal/veg oils 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹954 Cr (+22.13% YoY) — 0.0258% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹386 Cr (+112.58% YoY) — 0.0063% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹568 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #246 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 15: 5.52% of its exports; import side 0.26%
- Rank within Chapter 15: #3 of 21 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 9.98% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #399 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +48.76% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Ch. 15: 5.52% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 1516

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 | 539.23 | 0.0235% | — | 7.04% | 155.39 | 0.0043% | — | 0.22% | +383.84 | #405 |
| FY 2019-20 | 608.69 | 0.0276% | +12.88% | 7.38% | 170.68 | 0.0051% | +9.84% | 0.24% | +438.01 | #369 |
| FY 2020-21 | 585.62 | 0.0272% | −3.79% | 4.85% | 241.73 | 0.0083% | +41.63% | 0.29% | +343.89 | #397 |
| FY 2021-22 | 793.82 | 0.0253% | +35.55% | 6.89% | 407.05 | 0.0089% | +68.39% | 0.28% | +386.77 | #390 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,180.87 | 0.0326% | +48.76% | 7.12% | 226.35 | 0.0039% | −44.39% | 0.13% | +954.52 | #353 |
| FY 2023-24 | 781.24 | 0.0216% | −33.84% | 5.17% | 181.42 | 0.0032% | −19.85% | 0.15% | +599.82 | #422 |
| FY 2024-25 | 954.15 | 0.0258% | +22.13% | 5.52% | 385.66 | 0.0063% | +112.58% | 0.26% | +568.49 | #399 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 9.98%/yr, imports 16.36%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 9.98% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.98% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹539.23 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹954.15 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 ranked #399 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 ranks #399 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 15, it ranks #3 of 21. By trade surplus, it ranks #246 of 1233.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 48.76% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹568.49 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹954.15 Cr exceeded imports of ₹385.66 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹568.49 Crore — ranking #246 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 16.36% CAGR signals rising demand for Partially hydrogenated animal/veg oils

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 have grown at 16.36% CAGR, reaching ₹385.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 contributes 5.52% of Chapter 15 exports — ranked #3

Among the 21 sub-chapters under Chapter 15, HSN Sub-Chapter 1516 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 5.52% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.26% share (rank #8).

## 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 (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹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 |

## 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/) |
| 1506 | [Animal fats & oils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-1506/) |
| 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/) |
| 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/) |