--- title: "3211 HSN Code | HSN Code for Prepared driers in India" description: "Know more about 3211 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 3211 covering Prepared driers." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3211/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 3211: Prepared driers Prepared driers Part of [Chapter 32: Tanning or Dyeing Extracts; Dyes, Pigments and Other Colouring Matter](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-32/). - Current GST rate: 18% - Earlier GST rate: 18% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 32110000 | [Prepared Driers](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32110000/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 3211 It includes Prepared driers ### How are warranty replacements of Prepared driers 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. ### Do spares or accessories of Prepared driers 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. ### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Prepared driers? 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 MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Prepared driers? 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. ### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Prepared driers? 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. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹208 Cr (+0.41% YoY) — 0.0056% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹48 Cr (+62.74% YoY) — 0.0008% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹159 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #353 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 32: 0.69% of its exports; import side 0.20% - Rank within Chapter 32: #12 of 15 by export value; import-side #14 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 8.10% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #695 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +31.46% in FY 2023-24 - Contribution to Ch. 32: 0.69% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 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. 32 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 32 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 130.20 | 0.0057% | — | 0.56% | 16.70 | 0.0005% | — | 0.11% | +113.50 | #672 | | FY 2019-20 | 122.96 | 0.0056% | −5.56% | 0.50% | 14.82 | 0.0004% | −11.26% | 0.10% | +108.14 | #691 | | FY 2020-21 | 120.60 | 0.0056% | −1.92% | 0.53% | 20.97 | 0.0007% | +41.50% | 0.15% | +99.63 | #688 | | FY 2021-22 | 142.20 | 0.0045% | +17.91% | 0.48% | 32.93 | 0.0007% | +57.03% | 0.17% | +109.27 | #724 | | FY 2022-23 | 157.37 | 0.0043% | +10.67% | 0.59% | 37.70 | 0.0007% | +14.49% | 0.18% | +119.67 | #729 | | FY 2023-24 | 206.88 | 0.0057% | +31.46% | 0.63% | 29.76 | 0.0005% | −21.06% | 0.10% | +177.12 | #688 | | FY 2024-25 | 207.72 | 0.0056% | +0.41% | 0.69% | 48.43 | 0.0008% | +62.74% | 0.20% | +159.29 | #695 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 8.10%/yr, imports 19.42%/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 8.10% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.10% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹130.20 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹207.72 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 ranked #695 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 ranks #695 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 32, it ranks #12 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #353 of 1233. ### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 31.46% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹159.29 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹207.72 Cr exceeded imports of ₹48.43 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹159.29 Crore — ranking #353 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 19.42% CAGR signals rising demand for Prepared driers India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 have grown at 19.42% CAGR, reaching ₹48.43 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 contributes 0.69% of Chapter 32 exports — ranked #12 Among the 15 sub-chapters under Chapter 32, HSN Sub-Chapter 3211 ranks #12 by export value — accounting for 0.69% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.20% share (rank #14). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 32 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3204: Synthetic organic colouring matter](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3204/) | ₹20,454 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3215: Printing Ink, Writing Or Drawing Ink](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3215/) | ₹3,338 Cr | | #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3206: Colouring matter for luminophores](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3206/) | ₹2,389 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3208: Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3208/) | ₹841 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3205: Colour preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3205/) | ₹628 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3212: Pigments, Metallic Powders, Dyes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3212/) | ₹596 Cr | | #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3207: Prepared pigments & ceramic colours](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3207/) | ₹400 Cr | | #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3202: Synthetic tanning substances](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3202/) | ₹286 Cr | | #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3214: Putty and caulking compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3214/) | ₹277 Cr | | #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3203: Vegetable or animal dye extracts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3203/) | ₹237 Cr | | #12 | HSN Sub-Chapter 3211: Prepared driers (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹208 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 3201 | [Tannins & extracts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3201/) | | 3202 | [Synthetic tanning substances](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3202/) | | 3203 | [Vegetable or animal dye extracts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3203/) | | 3204 | [Synthetic organic colouring matter](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3204/) | | 3205 | [Colour preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3205/) | | 3206 | [Colouring matter for luminophores](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3206/) | | 3207 | [Prepared pigments & ceramic colours](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3207/) | | 3208 | [Synthetic polymer paints & varnishes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3208/) | | 3209 | [Synthetic paints](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3209/) | | 3210 | [Paints & Varnishes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3210/) | | 3212 | [Pigments, Metallic Powders, Dyes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3212/) | | 3213 | [Artists’ colors and paints](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3213/) | | 3214 | [Putty and caulking compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3214/) | | 3215 | [Printing Ink, Writing Or Drawing Ink](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3215/) |