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title: "2909 HSN Code | HSN Code for Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides in India"
description: "Know more about 2909 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 2909 covering Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides."
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# HSN Sub-chapter 2909: Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides

Ethers, ether-alcohols, ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols, alcohol peroxides, ether peroxides, acetal and hemiacetal peroxides, ketone peroxides (whether or not chemically defined), and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives

Part of [Chapter 29: Organic Chemicals](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-29/).

- Current GST rate: 18%
- Earlier GST rate: 18%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 29091100 | [Diethyl ether](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29091100/) |
| 29091900 | [Monomethyl Ethers of Ethylene/Diethylene Glycol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29091900/) |
| 29091910 | [Tertiary Amyl Methyl Ether](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29091910/) |
| 29091920 | [Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (Mtbe)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29091920/) |
| 29091990 | [Acyclic ethers: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29091990/) |
| 29092000 | [Cyclanic & Cyclenic Ethers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29092000/) |
| 29093011 | [4-Chloro-2-Nitro Anisole](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29093011/) |
| 29093012 | [Ortho Nitro Anisole](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29093012/) |
| 29093019 | [Anisole Derivatives (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29093019/) |
| 29093020 | [Diphenyl Oxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29093020/) |
| 29093030 | [Musk Ambrette](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29093030/) |
| 29093090 | [Aromatic Ethers (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29093090/) |
| 29094100 | [Diethylene glycol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29094100/) |
| 29094200 | [Other Ether-Alcohols & Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29094200/) |
| 29094300 | [Monobutyl ethers of glycol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29094300/) |
| 29094400 | [Other monoalkyl ethers of glycol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29094400/) |
| 29094900 | [Butanal (Butyraldehyde, Normal Isomer)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29094900/) |
| 29094910 | [Phenoxy ethanol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29094910/) |
| 29094920 | [1-(4-Phenoxyphenoxy)propan-2-ol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29094920/) |
| 29094930 | [Meta phenoxy benzyl alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29094930/) |
| 29094990 | [Other Ether-Alcohols](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29094990/) |
| 29095010 | [Guaiacol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29095010/) |
| 29095020 | [Isoeugenol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29095020/) |
| 29095030 | [Potassium guaiacol sulphonate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29095030/) |
| 29095040 | [4-Methoxy phenol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29095040/) |
| 29095050 | [Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29095050/) |
| 29095090 | [Other ether-phenols](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29095090/) |
| 29096000 | [Alcohol peroxides, Ether peroxides, Ketone peroxides, Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-29096000/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 2909

It includes Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides

### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

### Do spares or accessories of Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides follow the same HSN?

Not always. Spares are often classified by their own description or by the function/part rule. Check if a specific sub‑heading exists for parts of the main item and describe the part on the invoice.

### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides?

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.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides 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 Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides 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.

### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹5,590 Cr (+0.43% YoY) — 0.1509% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2,574 Cr (+8.10% YoY) — 0.0422% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹3,016 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #102 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 29: 3.28% of its exports; import side 1.15%
- Rank within Chapter 29: #10 of 42 by export value; import-side #23

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 7.57% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #125 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +29.54% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Ch. 29: 3.28% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 2909

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. 29 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 29 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 3,607.73 | 0.1572% | — | 2.83% | 1,872.79 | 0.0522% | — | 1.20% | +1,734.94 | #125 |
| FY 2019-20 | 4,221.62 | 0.1911% | +17.02% | 3.41% | 1,553.25 | 0.0463% | −17.06% | 1.11% | +2,668.37 | #96 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3,983.52 | 0.1852% | −5.64% | 2.99% | 1,745.87 | 0.0599% | +12.40% | 1.20% | +2,237.65 | #110 |
| FY 2021-22 | 4,844.78 | 0.1544% | +21.62% | 2.95% | 2,176.43 | 0.0476% | +24.66% | 1.02% | +2,668.35 | #120 |
| FY 2022-23 | 6,276.09 | 0.1733% | +29.54% | 3.66% | 2,815.52 | 0.0490% | +29.36% | 1.21% | +3,460.57 | #104 |
| FY 2023-24 | 5,565.72 | 0.1538% | −11.32% | 3.31% | 2,380.95 | 0.0424% | −15.43% | 1.08% | +3,184.77 | #117 |
| FY 2024-25 | 5,589.55 | 0.1509% | +0.43% | 3.28% | 2,573.88 | 0.0422% | +8.10% | 1.15% | +3,015.67 | #125 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 7.57%/yr, imports 5.44%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 7.57% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.57% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3,607.73 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹5,589.55 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 ranked #125 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 ranks #125 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 29, it ranks #10 of 42. By trade surplus, it ranks #102 of 1233.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 29.54% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹3,015.67 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹5,589.55 Cr exceeded imports of ₹2,573.88 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹3,015.67 Crore — ranking #102 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 5.44% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 have grown at 5.44% CAGR, reaching ₹2,573.88 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 contributes 3.28% of Chapter 29 exports — ranked #10

Among the 42 sub-chapters under Chapter 29, HSN Sub-Chapter 2909 ranks #10 by export value — accounting for 3.28% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.15% share (rank #23).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 29

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2933: Heterocyclic nitrogen compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2933/) | ₹37,363 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2902: Cyclic hydrocarbons](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2902/) | ₹15,293 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2942: Other organic compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2942/) | ₹10,794 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2941: Antibiotics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2941/) | ₹8,911 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2921: Amine- function compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2921/) | ₹7,834 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2924: Internal combustion engines](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2924/) | ₹6,530 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2915: Monocarboxylic acids and derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2915/) | ₹6,424 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2934: Nucleic acids & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2934/) | ₹6,343 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2922: Oxygen-function amino-compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2922/) | ₹5,810 Cr |
| #10 | HSN Sub-Chapter 2909: Ethers, ether-alcohols, peroxides (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹5,590 Cr |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 2901 | [Acyclic hydrocarbons](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2901/) |
| 2902 | [Cyclic hydrocarbons](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2902/) |
| 2903 | [Halogenated hydrocarbons derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2903/) |
| 2904 | [Hydrocarbon derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2904/) |
| 2905 | [Acyclic alcohols & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2905/) |
| 2906 | [Cyclic alcohols & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2906/) |
| 2907 | [Phenols & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2907/) |
| 2908 | [Halogenated phenol derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2908/) |
| 2910 | [Epoxides & Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2910/) |
| 2911 | [Acetals & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2911/) |
| 2912 | [Aldehydes & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2912/) |
| 2913 | [Halogenated compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2913/) |
| 2914 | [Ketones & quinones](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2914/) |
| 2915 | [Monocarboxylic acids and derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2915/) |
| 2916 | [Unsaturated acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2916/) |
| 2917 | [Polycarboxylic Acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2917/) |
| 2918 | [Carboxylic acids and derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2918/) |
| 2919 | [Phosphoric Esters](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2919/) |
| 2920 | [Inorganic acid esters and salts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2920/) |
| 2921 | [Amine- function compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2921/) |
| 2922 | [Oxygen-function amino-compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2922/) |
| 2923 | [Quaternary ammonium compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2923/) |
| 2924 | [Internal combustion engines](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2924/) |
| 2925 | [Carboxyimide compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2925/) |
| 2926 | [Nitrile-function compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2926/) |
| 2927 | [Diazo-, azo- or azoxy-compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2927/) |
| 2928 | [Hydrazine derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2928/) |
| 2929 | [Compounds with other nitrogen function](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2929/) |
| 2930 | [Organo-sulphur compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2930/) |
| 2931 | [Other organo-inorganic compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2931/) |
| 2932 | [Oxygen heterocyclic compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2932/) |
| 2933 | [Heterocyclic nitrogen compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2933/) |
| 2934 | [Nucleic acids & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2934/) |
| 2935 | [Sulphonamides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2935/) |
| 2936 | [Provitamins & vitamins, synthesized](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2936/) |
| 2937 | [Hormones & derivatives, synthesized](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2937/) |
| 2938 | [Natural glycosides & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2938/) |
| 2939 | [Vegetable alkaloids & derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2939/) |
| 2940 | [Pure sugars excluding common types](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2940/) |
| 2941 | [Antibiotics](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2941/) |
| 2942 | [Other organic compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2942/) |