2005 HSN Code: Vegetables in Preservation

HSN Sub Chapter 2005 represents Vegetables in Preservation under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Vegetables in Preservation correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 2005, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Vegetables in Preservation.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 2005

GST Rate for Vegetables in Preservation under HSN Code 2005. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

20

HSN Code

2005

HSN Description

Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 2006

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

12 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 2005

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Vegetables in Preservation.

Tariff HSN

20051000

Description

Homogenised vegetables

Tariff HSN

20052000

Description

Potatoes

Tariff HSN

20054000

Description

Peas (pisum, sativum)

Tariff HSN

20055100

Description

Beans (Vigna spp. Phaseolus spp.): Beans, shelled

Tariff HSN

20055900

Description

Beans (Vigna spp. Phaseolus spp.): Other

Tariff HSN

20056000

Description

Asparagus

Tariff HSN

20057000

Description

Olives

Tariff HSN

20058000

Description

Sweet corn (Zea mays var. saccharata)

Tariff HSN

20059000

Description

Other vegetables prepared or preservedotherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 2006 other vegetables and mixtures of vegetables

Tariff HSN

20059100

Description

Other vegetables and mixtures of vegetables: Bamboo shoots

Tariff HSN

20059900

Description

Other vegetables and mixtures of vegetables: Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 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

₹472 Cr

+4.86% vs FY 2023-24

0.0128% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹117 Cr

+61.18% vs FY 2023-24

0.0019% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹355 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #282 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 20

FY 2024-25

4.56%

Share of Chapter 20’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 7.77% of Chapter 20’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 20

FY 2024-25

#5 of 9

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 20

Import-side rank: #3 of 9

At a glance

6.94%

Export CAGR

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

#543

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+39.93%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move

4.56%

Contribution to Ch. 20

Share of Chapter 20 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 2005

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 #511

Balance

+264.78

Exports

315.70 ₹ Cr

0.0138% share

— YoY

7.66% of Ch. 20

Imports

50.92 ₹ Cr

0.0014% share

— YoY

6.19% of Ch. 20

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #500

Balance

+273.41

Exports

336.22 ₹ Cr

0.0152% share

+6.50% YoY

7.59% of Ch. 20

Imports

62.81 ₹ Cr

0.0019% share

+23.35% YoY

7.94% of Ch. 20

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #442

Balance

+431.35

Exports

470.46 ₹ Cr

0.0219% share

+39.93% YoY

9.04% of Ch. 20

Imports

39.11 ₹ Cr

0.0013% share

−37.73% YoY

6.03% of Ch. 20

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #564

Balance

+267.93

Exports

340.04 ₹ Cr

0.0108% share

−27.72% YoY

6.07% of Ch. 20

Imports

72.11 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

+84.38% YoY

7.23% of Ch. 20

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #566

Balance

+302.43

Exports

393.77 ₹ Cr

0.0109% share

+15.80% YoY

5.23% of Ch. 20

Imports

91.34 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

+26.67% YoY

7.63% of Ch. 20

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #547

Balance

+377.75

Exports

450.31 ₹ Cr

0.0124% share

+14.36% YoY

4.70% of Ch. 20

Imports

72.56 ₹ Cr

0.0013% share

−20.56% YoY

6.20% of Ch. 20

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #543

Balance

+355.25

Exports

472.20 ₹ Cr

0.0128% share

+4.86% YoY

4.56% of Ch. 20

Imports

116.95 ₹ Cr

0.0019% share

+61.18% YoY

7.77% of Ch. 20

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

6.94% /yr

Imports

14.86% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Chapter 20 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹10,359.29 Cr

Import

₹1,504.98 Cr

Trade Balance

+8,854.31

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 6.94% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.94% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹315.70 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹472.20 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 Ranked #543 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 ranks #543 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 20, it ranks #5 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #282 of 1233.

FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 39.93% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹355.25 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹472.20 Cr exceeded imports of ₹116.95 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹355.25 Crore — ranking #282 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 14.86% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Vegetables in Preservation

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 have grown at 14.86% CAGR, reaching ₹116.95 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 Contributes 4.56% of Chapter 20 Exports — Ranked #5

Among the 9 subchapters under Chapter 20, HSN Sub-Chapter 2005 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 4.56% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.77% share (rank #3).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 2005 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 2005

It includes Vegetables in Preservation

Any import/export nuance for Vegetables in Preservation?

Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE.

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Vegetables in Preservation?

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.

If I repair and return Vegetables in Preservation, 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 Vegetables in Preservation?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Vegetables in Preservation 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 Vegetables in Preservation 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.

What should my invoice and records include for Vegetables in Preservation?

Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.

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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