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# HSN Sub-chapter 3823: Fatty acids & industrial oils

Industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining; industrial fatty alcohols

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 |
| --- | --- |
| 38231100 | [Composite Diagnostic Chemicals](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38231100/) |
| 38231111 | [Stearic Acid: RBD Palm Stearin](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38231111/) |
| 38231112 | [Stearic Acid: Other Palm Stearin](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38231112/) |
| 38231119 | [Stearic Acid or Stearin (Other)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38231119/) |
| 38231190 | [Copper Naphthenate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38231190/) |
| 38231200 | [Oleic Acid: Industrial Monocarboxylic Fatty Acids and Acid Oils](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38231200/) |
| 38231300 | [Tall Oil Fatty Acids](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38231300/) |
| 38231900 | [Industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38231900/) |
| 38237010 | [Hooks, Eyes And Eyelets \| Hooks And Eyes](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38237010/) |
| 38237020 | [Industrial Alcohols\| Lauryl Alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38237020/) |
| 38237030 | [Industrial Fatty Alcohols\| Cetyl Alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38237030/) |
| 38237040 | [Stearyl Alcohol](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38237040/) |
| 38237090 | [Industrial Fatty Alcohols\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-38237090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 3823

It includes Fatty acids & industrial oils

### Do spares or accessories of Fatty acids & industrial oils 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.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Fatty acids & industrial oils?

Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper.

### How are warranty replacements of Fatty acids & industrial oils 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.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Fatty acids & industrial oils?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Fatty acids & industrial oils 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.

### Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Fatty acids & industrial oils?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3,612 Cr (+31.70% YoY) — 0.0975% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹8,439 Cr (+44.62% YoY) — 0.1384% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹4,826 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #1113 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 38: 6.12% of its exports; import side 12.46%
- Rank within Chapter 38: #3 of 27 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 15.53% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #174 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +81.78% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Ch. 38: 6.12% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 3823

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 | 1,519.53 | 0.0662% | — | 4.69% | 4,920.86 | 0.1370% | — | 11.79% | −3,401.33 | #224 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1,417.16 | 0.0642% | −6.74% | 3.97% | 3,383.33 | 0.1009% | −31.25% | 8.66% | −1,966.17 | #227 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1,390.46 | 0.0646% | −1.88% | 3.67% | 4,266.55 | 0.1464% | +26.11% | 9.41% | −2,876.09 | #240 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2,527.61 | 0.0805% | +81.78% | 4.82% | 7,071.84 | 0.1547% | +65.75% | 12.06% | −4,544.23 | #192 |
| FY 2022-23 | 3,987.35 | 0.1101% | +57.75% | 6.30% | 7,452.56 | 0.1296% | +5.38% | 11.33% | −3,465.21 | #150 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2,742.88 | 0.0758% | −31.21% | 5.04% | 5,835.22 | 0.1039% | −21.70% | 9.49% | −3,092.34 | #199 |
| FY 2024-25 | 3,612.42 | 0.0975% | +31.70% | 6.12% | 8,438.65 | 0.1384% | +44.62% | 12.46% | −4,826.23 | #174 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 15.53%/yr, imports 9.41%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 15.53% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 have grown at a compound annual rate of 15.53% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1,519.53 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3,612.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 ranked #174 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 ranks #174 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 38, it ranks #3 of 27. By trade surplus, it ranks #1113 of 1233.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 81.78% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹4,826.23 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹8,438.65 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3,612.42 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹4,826.23 Crore — ranking #1113 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.41% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Fatty acids & industrial oils

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 have grown at 9.41% CAGR, reaching ₹8,438.65 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 contributes 6.12% of Chapter 38 exports — ranked #3

Among the 27 sub-chapters under Chapter 38, HSN Sub-Chapter 3823 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 6.12% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 12.46% share (rank #3).

## 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 (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹3,612 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 3802: Activated carbon & animal black](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3802/) | ₹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/) |
| 3802 | [Activated carbon & animal black](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3802/) |
| 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/) |
| 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/) |