--- title: "3503 HSN Code | HSN Code for Gelatin and animal glues in India" description: "Know more about 3503 HSN Code with BUSY Accounting - HSN Tariff, GST Rates and case laws related to chapter 3503 covering Gelatin and animal glues." canonical: "https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3503/" --- # HSN Sub-chapter 3503: Gelatin and animal glues Gelatin [including gelatin in rectangular (including square) sheets, whether or notsurface-worked or coloured] and gelatin derivatives; isinglass; other glues of animal origin, excluding casein glues of heading 3501 Part of [Chapter 35: Albuminoidal Substances, Modified Starches, Glues, Enzymes](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-35/). - Current GST rate: 5% - Earlier GST rate: 18% ## HSN codes | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 35030010 | [Isinglass gelatin](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-35030010/) | | 35030020 | [Edible gelatin](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-35030020/) | | 35030030 | [Bone Glue](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-35030030/) | | 35030090 | [Other gelatin derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-35030090/) | ## Frequently asked questions ### What products are classified under HSN 3503 It includes Gelatin and animal glues ### Any import/export nuance for Gelatin and animal glues? 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. ### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Gelatin and animal glues? 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 should my invoice and records include for Gelatin and animal glues? 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. ### Any special steps when selling Gelatin and animal glues 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. ### How are warranty replacements of Gelatin and animal glues 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. ## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 (FY 2024-25) Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25). - Exports: ₹456 Cr (−9.73% YoY) — 0.0123% of India's total exports - Imports: ₹403 Cr (−1.67% YoY) — 0.0066% of India's total imports - Trade balance: ₹53 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #430 of 1233 sub-chapters - Share of Chapter 35: 13.59% of its exports; import side 4.90% - Rank within Chapter 35: #3 of 7 by export value; import-side #6 ### Key metrics - Export CAGR: 8.18% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years) - National export rank: #552 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25) - Peak growth year: +31.70% in FY 2022-23 - Contribution to Ch. 35: 13.59% of its exports (FY 2024-25) ## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 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. 35 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 35 | Trade balance | Exp rank | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FY 2018-19 | 284.75 | 0.0124% | — | 16.15% | 221.39 | 0.0062% | — | 6.11% | +63.36 | #540 | | FY 2019-20 | 303.31 | 0.0137% | +6.52% | 19.17% | 268.79 | 0.0080% | +21.41% | 6.92% | +34.52 | #523 | | FY 2020-21 | 350.57 | 0.0163% | +15.58% | 18.82% | 330.07 | 0.0113% | +22.80% | 8.18% | +20.50 | #489 | | FY 2021-22 | 357.36 | 0.0114% | +1.94% | 13.11% | 293.31 | 0.0064% | −11.14% | 4.88% | +64.05 | #554 | | FY 2022-23 | 470.66 | 0.0130% | +31.70% | 13.04% | 404.53 | 0.0070% | +37.92% | 5.86% | +66.13 | #523 | | FY 2023-24 | 505.55 | 0.0140% | +7.41% | 16.15% | 410.21 | 0.0073% | +1.40% | 5.80% | +95.34 | #520 | | FY 2024-25 | 456.37 | 0.0123% | −9.73% | 13.59% | 403.38 | 0.0066% | −1.67% | 4.90% | +52.99 | #552 | - CAGR (7-year): exports 8.18%/yr, imports 10.52%/yr (consistently Surplus) ## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 export-import analysis ### Consistent export growth: 8.18% CAGR over 7 years India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.18% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹284.75 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹456.37 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 ranked #552 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 ranks #552 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 35, it ranks #3 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #430 of 1233. ### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 exports The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 31.70% over the prior year. ### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹52.99 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 goods In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹456.37 Cr exceeded imports of ₹403.38 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹52.99 Crore — ranking #430 of 1233 by surplus magnitude. ### Import growth of 10.52% CAGR signals rising demand for Gelatin and animal glues India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 have grown at 10.52% CAGR, reaching ₹403.38 Crore in FY 2024-25. ### HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 contributes 13.59% of Chapter 35 exports — ranked #3 Among the 7 sub-chapters under Chapter 35, HSN Sub-Chapter 3503 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 13.59% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 4.90% share (rank #6). ## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 35 Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25). | Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) | | --- | --- | --- | | #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3506: Prepared glues & adhesives for retail](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3506/) | ₹1,054 Cr | | #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3507: Prepared enzymes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3507/) | ₹723 Cr | | #3 | HSN Sub-Chapter 3503: Gelatin and animal glues (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹456 Cr | | #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3505: Dextrins & Modified Starches](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3505/) | ₹456 Cr | | #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3504: Peptones & Protein Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3504/) | ₹333 Cr | | #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3501: Casein products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3501/) | ₹180 Cr | | #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3502: Albumins & protein derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3502/) | ₹155 Cr | ## Other sub-chapters | Code | Title | | --- | --- | | 3501 | [Casein products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3501/) | | 3502 | [Albumins & protein derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3502/) | | 3504 | [Peptones & Protein Derivatives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3504/) | | 3505 | [Dextrins & Modified Starches](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3505/) | | 3506 | [Prepared glues & adhesives for retail](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3506/) | | 3507 | [Prepared enzymes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3507/) |