--- title: "3101 HSN Code | HSN Code for Animal or vegetable fertilizers in India" description: "Know more about 3101 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 3101 covering Animal or vegetable fertilizers." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3101/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 3101: Animal or vegetable fertilizers Animal or vegetable fertilisers, whether or not mixed together or chemically treated; fertilisers produced by the mixing or chemical treatment of animal or vegetable products Part of [Chapter 31: Fertilisers](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-31/). - Current GST rate: 5% - Earlier GST rate: 5% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 31010010 | [Animal/Veg Fertilizers: Guano](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-31010010/) | | 31010091 | [Animal/Veg Fertilizers: Animal Dung](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-31010091/) | | 31010092 | [Animal/Veg Fertilizers: Animal Excreta](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-31010092/) | | 31010099 | [Animal/Veg Fertilizers: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-31010099/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 3101 It includes Animal or vegetable fertilizers ### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Animal or vegetable fertilizers? Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Animal or vegetable fertilizers are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding. ### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Animal or vegetable fertilizers? Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Animal or vegetable fertilizers 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. ### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Animal or vegetable fertilizers? 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. ### What misclassification mistakes happen with Animal or vegetable fertilizers? 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 Animal or vegetable fertilizers sent for job work? Use a delivery challan for sending Animal or vegetable fertilizers 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 3101 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹273 Cr (+89.54% YoY) — 0.0074% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹374 Cr (+11.11% YoY) — 0.0061% of India's total imports - Trade balance: −₹101 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #721 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 31: 20.00% of its exports; import side 0.53% - Rank within Chapter 31: #3 of 5 by export value; import-side #5 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 23.23% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #639 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +89.54% in FY 2024-25 - Contribution to Ch. 31: 20.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 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. 31 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 31 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 78.05 | 0.0034% | — | 7.52% | 188.46 | 0.0052% | — | 0.41% | −110.41 | #755 | | FY 2019-20 | 88.29 | 0.0040% | +13.12% | 10.55% | 214.50 | 0.0064% | +13.82% | 0.45% | −126.21 | #744 | | FY 2020-21 | 107.24 | 0.0050% | +21.46% | 13.77% | 316.18 | 0.0109% | +47.40% | 0.62% | −208.94 | #706 | | FY 2021-22 | 132.34 | 0.0042% | +23.41% | 21.02% | 347.94 | 0.0076% | +10.04% | 0.37% | −215.60 | #731 | | FY 2022-23 | 198.78 | 0.0055% | +50.20% | 18.80% | 377.67 | 0.0066% | +8.54% | 0.31% | −178.89 | #689 | | FY 2023-24 | 144.22 | 0.0040% | −27.45% | 13.39% | 336.64 | 0.0060% | −10.86% | 0.46% | −192.42 | #750 | | FY 2024-25 | 273.35 | 0.0074% | +89.54% | 20.00% | 374.03 | 0.0061% | +11.11% | 0.53% | −100.68 | #639 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 23.23%/yr, imports 12.10%/yr (consistently Deficit) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 23.23% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 have grown at a compound annual rate of 23.23% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹78.05 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹273.35 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 ranked #639 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 ranks #639 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 31, it ranks #3 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #721 of 1233. ### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 89.54% over the prior year. ### India records a trade deficit of ₹100.68 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 goods In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹374.03 Cr exceeded exports of ₹273.35 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹100.68 Crore — ranking #721 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 12.10% CAGR signals rising demand for Animal or vegetable fertilizers India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 have grown at 12.10% CAGR, reaching ₹374.03 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 contributes 20.00% of Chapter 31 exports — ranked #3 Among the 5 sub-chapters under Chapter 31, HSN Sub-Chapter 3101 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 20.00% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.53% share (rank #5). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 31 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3105: Nitrogen fertilizers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3105/) | ₹562 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3103: Mineral or chemical fertilisers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3103/) | ₹290 Cr | | #3 | HSN Sub-Chapter 3101: Animal or vegetable fertilizers (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹273 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3102: Mineral/chemical fertilizers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3102/) | ₹213 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3104: Potassic fertilisers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3104/) | ₹28 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 3102 | [Mineral/chemical fertilizers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3102/) | | 3103 | [Mineral or chemical fertilisers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3103/) | | 3104 | [Potassic fertilisers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3104/) | | 3105 | [Nitrogen fertilizers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3105/) |