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# HSN Sub-chapter 3214: Putty and caulking compounds

Glaziers’ putty, grafting putty, resin cements,caulking compounds and other mastics;painters’ fillings; non-refractory surfacing prepartions for facades, indoor walls, floors,ceilings or the like

Part of [Chapter 32: Tanning or Dyeing Extracts; Dyes, Pigments and Other Colouring Matter](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-32/).

- Current GST rate: 12%
- Earlier GST rate: 12%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 32141000 | [Glaziers’ putty and caulking compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32141000/) |
| 32149010 | [Non-Refractory Surfacing Preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32149010/) |
| 32149020 | [Other \| Resin Cement](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32149020/) |
| 32149090 | [Glaziers Putty, Mastics, Fillers, Non-Refractory Surfacing](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-32149090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 3214

It includes Putty and caulking compounds

### Any special steps when selling Putty and caulking compounds 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.

### If I repair and return Putty and caulking compounds, how should I charge GST?

Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values.

### What should my invoice and records include for Putty and caulking compounds?

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 packaging or branding change how GST applies to Putty and caulking compounds?

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

### How should I document Putty and caulking compounds sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Putty and caulking compounds 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 3214 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹277 Cr (+15.96% YoY) — 0.0075% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1,472 Cr (+6.77% YoY) — 0.0241% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1,195 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #978 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 32: 0.92% of its exports; import side 6.06%
- Rank within Chapter 32: #9 of 15 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 9.49% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #634 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +18.22% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Ch. 32: 0.92% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 3214

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 | 160.97 | 0.0070% | — | 0.70% | 771.47 | 0.0215% | — | 4.99% | −610.50 | #635 |
| FY 2019-20 | 153.05 | 0.0069% | −4.92% | 0.63% | 670.02 | 0.0200% | −13.15% | 4.62% | −516.97 | #645 |
| FY 2020-21 | 163.73 | 0.0076% | +6.98% | 0.72% | 632.62 | 0.0217% | −5.58% | 4.51% | −468.89 | #641 |
| FY 2021-22 | 180.74 | 0.0058% | +10.39% | 0.61% | 976.76 | 0.0214% | +54.40% | 5.03% | −796.02 | #680 |
| FY 2022-23 | 213.67 | 0.0059% | +18.22% | 0.81% | 1,306.10 | 0.0227% | +33.72% | 6.37% | −1,092.43 | #678 |
| FY 2023-24 | 239.19 | 0.0066% | +11.94% | 0.72% | 1,378.74 | 0.0246% | +5.56% | 4.58% | −1,139.55 | #656 |
| FY 2024-25 | 277.37 | 0.0075% | +15.96% | 0.92% | 1,472.13 | 0.0241% | +6.77% | 6.06% | −1,194.76 | #634 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 9.49%/yr, imports 11.37%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 3214 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 9.49% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3214 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.49% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹160.97 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹277.37 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 3214 ranked #634 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3214 ranks #634 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 32, it ranks #9 of 15. By trade surplus, it ranks #978 of 1233.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3214 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3214 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 18.22% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1,194.76 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3214 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,472.13 Cr exceeded exports of ₹277.37 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,194.76 Crore — ranking #978 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 11.37% CAGR signals rising demand for Putty and caulking compounds

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3214 have grown at 11.37% CAGR, reaching ₹1,472.13 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 3214 contributes 0.92% of Chapter 32 exports — ranked #9

Among the 15 sub-chapters under Chapter 32, HSN Sub-Chapter 3214 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 0.92% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 6.06% share (rank #6).

## 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 (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹277 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3203: Vegetable or animal dye extracts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3203/) | ₹237 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/) |
| 3211 | [Prepared driers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3211/) |
| 3212 | [Pigments, Metallic Powders, Dyes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3212/) |
| 3213 | [Artists’ colors and paints](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3213/) |
| 3215 | [Printing Ink, Writing Or Drawing Ink](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3215/) |