3205 HSN Code: Colour preparations

HSN Sub Chapter 3205 represents Colour preparations under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Colour preparations correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 3205, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Colour preparations.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 3205

GST Rate for Colour preparations under HSN Code 3205. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

32

HSN Code

3205

HSN Description

Colour lakes; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on colour lakes

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 3205

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Colour preparations.

Tariff HSN

32050000

Description

COLOUR LAKES; PREPARATIONS AS SPECIFIED IN NOTE 3 TO THIS CHAPTER BASED ON COLOUR LAKES

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 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

₹628 Cr

+1.73% vs FY 2023-24

0.0169% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹74 Cr

+70.77% vs FY 2023-24

0.0012% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹554 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #251 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 32

FY 2024-25

2.08%

Share of Chapter 32’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.30% of Chapter 32’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 32

FY 2024-25

#5 of 15

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 32

Import-side rank: #13 of 15

At a glance

9.99%

Export CAGR

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

#486

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+36.87%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2022-23 · strongest single-year move

2.08%

Contribution to Ch. 32

Share of Chapter 32 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 3205

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 #487

Balance

+331.03

Exports

354.43 ₹ Cr

0.0154% share

— YoY

1.53% of Ch. 32

Imports

23.40 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

— YoY

0.15% of Ch. 32

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #480

Balance

+350.13

Exports

367.46 ₹ Cr

0.0166% share

+3.68% YoY

1.51% of Ch. 32

Imports

17.33 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

−25.94% YoY

0.12% of Ch. 32

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #483

Balance

+339.19

Exports

363.71 ₹ Cr

0.0169% share

−1.02% YoY

1.61% of Ch. 32

Imports

24.52 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

+41.49% YoY

0.17% of Ch. 32

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #506

Balance

+417.65

Exports

441.04 ₹ Cr

0.0141% share

+21.26% YoY

1.49% of Ch. 32

Imports

23.39 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

−4.61% YoY

0.12% of Ch. 32

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #466

Balance

+572.28

Exports

603.66 ₹ Cr

0.0167% share

+36.87% YoY

2.28% of Ch. 32

Imports

31.38 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+34.16% YoY

0.15% of Ch. 32

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #474

Balance

+573.73

Exports

616.91 ₹ Cr

0.0171% share

+2.19% YoY

1.87% of Ch. 32

Imports

43.18 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

+37.60% YoY

0.14% of Ch. 32

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #486

Balance

+553.82

Exports

627.56 ₹ Cr

0.0169% share

+1.73% YoY

2.08% of Ch. 32

Imports

73.74 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

+70.77% YoY

0.30% of Ch. 32

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

9.99% /yr

Imports

21.08% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Chapter 32 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹30,116.87 Cr

Import

₹24,289.56 Cr

Trade Balance

+5,827.31

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 9.99% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.99% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹354.43 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹627.56 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 Ranked #486 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 ranks #486 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 32, it ranks #5 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #251 of 1233.

FY 2022-23 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 36.87% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹553.82 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹627.56 Cr exceeded imports of ₹73.74 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹553.82 Crore — ranking #251 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 21.08% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Colour preparations

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 have grown at 21.08% CAGR, reaching ₹73.74 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 Contributes 2.08% of Chapter 32 Exports — Ranked #5

Among the 15 subchapters under Chapter 32, HSN Sub-Chapter 3205 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 2.08% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.30% share (rank #13).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 3205 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 3205

It includes Colour preparations

Any special steps when selling Colour preparations 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 packaging or branding change how GST applies to Colour preparations?

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

What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Colour preparations?

Generate an e‑way bill when the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000, unless exempted for the transaction. E‑invoicing depends on turnover (AATO threshold as notified) for B2B supplies, not on the item itself.

What should my invoice and records include for Colour preparations?

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.

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Colour preparations?

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.

Any import/export nuance for Colour preparations?

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.

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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