3210 HSN Code: Paints & Varnishes

HSN Sub Chapter 3210 represents Paints & Varnishes under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Paints & Varnishes correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 3210, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Paints & Varnishes.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 3210

GST Rate for Paints & Varnishes under HSN Code 3210. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

32

HSN Code

3210

HSN Description

Other paints and varnishes (including enamels,lacquers and distempers); prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 3210

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Paints & Varnishes.

Tariff HSN

32100011

Description

Other paints and varnishes (including enamels,lacquers and distempers); prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather : Distempers : Dry distemper, including cement based water paints

Tariff HSN

32100012

Description

Other paints and varnishes (including enamels,lacquers and distempers); prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather : Distempers : Oil bound distemper

Tariff HSN

32100019

Description

Other paints and varnishes (including enamels,lacquers and distempers); prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather : Distempers : Other

Tariff HSN

32100020

Description

Other paints and varnishes (including enamels,lacquers and distempers); prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather : Prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather

Tariff HSN

32100030

Description

Other paints and varnishes (including enamels,lacquers and distempers); prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather : Metallic powder or flakes prepared as paints

Tariff HSN

32100040

Description

Other paints and varnishes (including enamels,lacquers and distempers); prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather : Poly tetra fluoro ethylene (PTFE) or silicon resin based coating materials

Tariff HSN

32100090

Description

Other paints and varnishes (including enamels,lacquers and distempers); prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 3210 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

₹7 Cr

−22.76% vs FY 2023-24

0.0002% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹146 Cr

+1.79% vs FY 2023-24

0.0024% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹139 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #748 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 32

FY 2024-25

0.02%

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

Import side: 0.60% of Chapter 32’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 32

FY 2024-25

#15 of 15

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 32

Import-side rank: #10 of 15

At a glance

−27.18%

Export CAGR

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

#1066

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+27.34%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

0.02%

Contribution to Ch. 32

Share of Chapter 32 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 3210

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 #843

Balance

−82.20

Exports

48.01 ₹ Cr

0.0021% share

— YoY

0.21% of Ch. 32

Imports

130.21 ₹ Cr

0.0036% share

— YoY

0.84% of Ch. 32

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #946

Balance

−87.47

Exports

20.49 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

−57.32% YoY

0.08% of Ch. 32

Imports

107.96 ₹ Cr

0.0032% share

−17.09% YoY

0.74% of Ch. 32

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #983

Balance

−82.18

Exports

11.17 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

−45.49% YoY

0.05% of Ch. 32

Imports

93.35 ₹ Cr

0.0032% share

−13.53% YoY

0.67% of Ch. 32

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1020

Balance

−92.52

Exports

10.32 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−7.61% YoY

0.04% of Ch. 32

Imports

102.84 ₹ Cr

0.0023% share

+10.17% YoY

0.53% of Ch. 32

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1054

Balance

−99.51

Exports

7.28 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−29.46% YoY

0.03% of Ch. 32

Imports

106.79 ₹ Cr

0.0019% share

+3.84% YoY

0.52% of Ch. 32

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1046

Balance

−134.51

Exports

9.27 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+27.34% YoY

0.03% of Ch. 32

Imports

143.78 ₹ Cr

0.0026% share

+34.64% YoY

0.48% of Ch. 32

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1066

Balance

−139.20

Exports

7.16 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−22.76% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 32

Imports

146.36 ₹ Cr

0.0024% share

+1.79% YoY

0.60% of Ch. 32

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−27.18% /yr

Imports

1.97% /yr

Consistently Deficit
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 3210 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −27.18% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3210 have declined at a compound annual rate of −27.18% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹48.01 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹7.16 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 3210 Ranked #1066 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3210 ranks #1066 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 32, it ranks #15 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #748 of 1233.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3210 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3210 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 27.34% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹139.20 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3210 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹146.36 Cr exceeded exports of ₹7.16 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹139.20 Crore — ranking #748 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 1.97% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Paints & Varnishes

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3210 have grown at 1.97% CAGR, reaching ₹146.36 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 3210 Contributes 0.02% of Chapter 32 Exports — Ranked #15

Among the 15 subchapters under Chapter 32, HSN Sub-Chapter 3210 ranks #15 by export value — accounting for 0.02% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.60% share (rank #10).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 3210 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 3210

It includes Paints & Varnishes

How are warranty replacements of Paints & Varnishes handled?

If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Paints & Varnishes?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Paints & Varnishes are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Paints & Varnishes?

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.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Paints & Varnishes?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Paints & Varnishes 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 should my invoice and records include for Paints & Varnishes?

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.

What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Paints & Varnishes?

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.

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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