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# HSN Sub-chapter 3802: Activated carbon & animal black

Activated carbon; activated natural mineral products; animal black, including spent animal black

Part of [Chapter 38: Miscellaneous Chemical Products](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-38/).

- Current GST rate: 18%
- Earlier GST rate: 18%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 38021000 | [Activated Carbon](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38021000/) |
| 38029011 | [Activated natural mineral: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38029011/) |
| 38029012 | [Pine Oil (Alpha-Terpineol)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38029012/) |
| 38029019 | [Other: Activated natural mineral products: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38029019/) |
| 38029020 | [Animal Black](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38029020/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 3802

It includes Activated carbon & animal black

### If I repair and return Activated carbon & animal black, 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.

### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Activated carbon & animal black?

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.

### Do spares or accessories of Activated carbon & animal black 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.

### How are warranty replacements of Activated carbon & animal black 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.

### What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Activated carbon & animal black?

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.

### Any special steps when selling Activated carbon & animal black 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3,183 Cr (+31.55% YoY) — 0.0860% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹862 Cr (−1.53% YoY) — 0.0141% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹2,321 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #121 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 38: 5.40% of its exports; import side 1.27%
- Rank within Chapter 38: #4 of 27 by export value; import-side #15

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 13.04% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #196 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +31.55% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Ch. 38: 5.40% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 3802

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. 38 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 38 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1,525.89 | 0.0665% | — | 4.71% | 553.23 | 0.0154% | — | 1.33% | +972.66 | #222 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1,404.06 | 0.0636% | −7.98% | 3.94% | 564.60 | 0.0168% | +2.06% | 1.45% | +839.46 | #230 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1,764.38 | 0.0820% | +25.66% | 4.66% | 536.23 | 0.0184% | −5.02% | 1.18% | +1,228.15 | #207 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2,316.47 | 0.0738% | +31.29% | 4.42% | 618.02 | 0.0135% | +15.25% | 1.05% | +1,698.45 | #198 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2,631.58 | 0.0727% | +13.60% | 4.16% | 887.21 | 0.0154% | +43.56% | 1.35% | +1,744.37 | #200 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2,419.88 | 0.0669% | −8.04% | 4.44% | 875.58 | 0.0156% | −1.31% | 1.42% | +1,544.30 | #216 |
| FY 2024-25 | 3,183.36 | 0.0860% | +31.55% | 5.40% | 862.16 | 0.0141% | −1.53% | 1.27% | +2,321.20 | #196 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 13.04%/yr, imports 7.67%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 13.04% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 have grown at a compound annual rate of 13.04% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1,525.89 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3,183.36 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 ranked #196 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 ranks #196 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 38, it ranks #4 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #121 of 1233.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 31.55% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹2,321.20 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹3,183.36 Cr exceeded imports of ₹862.16 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹2,321.20 Crore — ranking #121 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 7.67% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Activated carbon & animal black

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 have grown at 7.67% CAGR, reaching ₹862.16 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 contributes 5.40% of Chapter 38 exports — ranked #4

Among the 27 sub-chapters under Chapter 38, HSN Sub-Chapter 3802 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 5.40% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.27% share (rank #15).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 38

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3808: Agricultural pesticides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3808/) | ₹36,141 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3824: Chemical products for moulds & cores](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3824/) | ₹4,037 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3823: Fatty acids & industrial oils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3823/) | ₹3,612 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Sub-Chapter 3802: Activated carbon & animal black (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹3,183 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3811: Additives for mineral oils & liquids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3811/) | ₹3,077 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3822: Diagnostic reagents](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3822/) | ₹1,961 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3812: Rubber/plastic compound accelerators](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3812/) | ₹1,889 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3815: Catalytic preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3815/) | ₹1,693 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3809: Textile dyeing & fixing agents](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3809/) | ₹638 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3816: Refractory cements, mortars, concretes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3816/) | ₹636 Cr |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 3801 | [Artificial graphite products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3801/) |
| 3803 | [Tall Oil, whether or not refined](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3803/) |
| 3804 | [Wood pulp residues](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3804/) |
| 3805 | [Turpentine & terpenic oils, pine oil](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3805/) |
| 3806 | [Prepared fish & caviar](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3806/) |
| 3807 | [Wood tar and resins](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3807/) |
| 3808 | [Agricultural pesticides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3808/) |
| 3809 | [Textile dyeing & fixing agents](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3809/) |
| 3810 | [Soldering preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3810/) |
| 3811 | [Additives for mineral oils & liquids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3811/) |
| 3812 | [Rubber/plastic compound accelerators](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3812/) |
| 3813 | [Stainless steel rods & bars](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3813/) |
| 3814 | [Organic solvents & thinners](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3814/) |
| 3815 | [Catalytic preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3815/) |
| 3816 | [Refractory cements, mortars, concretes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3816/) |
| 3817 | [Mixed alkylbenzenes & naphthalenes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3817/) |
| 3818 | [Doped chemical elements](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3818/) |
| 3819 | [Hydraulic brake/transmission fluids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3819/) |
| 3820 | [Anti-freeze preparations](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3820/) |
| 3821 | [Culture media for micro-organisms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3821/) |
| 3822 | [Diagnostic reagents](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3822/) |
| 3823 | [Fatty acids & industrial oils](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3823/) |
| 3824 | [Chemical products for moulds & cores](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3824/) |
| 3825 | [Chemical residues](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3825/) |
| 3826 | [Biodiesel mixtures](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3826/) |
| 3827 | [Halogenated mixtures](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3827/) |