8103 HSN Code: Tantalum articles

HSN Sub Chapter 8103 represents Tantalum articles under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Tantalum articles correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 8103, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Tantalum articles.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 8103

GST Rate for Tantalum articles under HSN Code 8103. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

81

HSN Code

8103

HSN Description

Tantalum and articles thereof, including waste and scrap

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 8103

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Tantalum articles.

Tariff HSN

81032010

Description

Unwrought tantalum, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering; powders : Hollow bars

Tariff HSN

81032090

Description

Unwrought tantalum, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering; powders : Other

Tariff HSN

81033000

Description

Waste and scrap

Tariff HSN

81039000

Description

Tantalum and articles thereof, including waste and scrap - other

Tariff HSN

81039100

Description

Other: Crucibles

Tariff HSN

81039900

Description

Other: Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹11 Cr

+102.99% vs FY 2023-24

0.0003% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹23 Cr

+69.45% vs FY 2023-24

0.0004% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹12 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #597 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 81

FY 2024-25

0.84%

Share of Chapter 81’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.40% of Chapter 81’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 81

FY 2024-25

#9 of 12

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 81

Import-side rank: #11 of 12

At a glance

4.39%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#1045

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+112.42%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2022-23 · strongest single-year move

0.84%

Contribution to Ch. 81

Share of Chapter 81 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 8103

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #1016

Balance

−5.60

Exports

8.39 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

— YoY

2.04% of Ch. 81

Imports

13.99 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

— YoY

0.41% of Ch. 81

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1058

Balance

−4.31

Exports

4.03 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−51.97% YoY

1.13% of Ch. 81

Imports

8.34 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−40.39% YoY

0.28% of Ch. 81

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1037

Balance

−3.72

Exports

5.52 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+36.97% YoY

1.56% of Ch. 81

Imports

9.24 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+10.79% YoY

0.37% of Ch. 81

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1031

Balance

−1.90

Exports

8.05 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+45.83% YoY

0.99% of Ch. 81

Imports

9.95 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+7.68% YoY

0.21% of Ch. 81

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #999

Balance

−3.01

Exports

17.10 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+112.42% YoY

1.71% of Ch. 81

Imports

20.11 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+102.11% YoY

0.36% of Ch. 81

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1081

Balance

−8.04

Exports

5.35 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−68.71% YoY

0.64% of Ch. 81

Imports

13.39 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−33.42% YoY

0.24% of Ch. 81

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1045

Balance

−11.83

Exports

10.86 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+102.99% YoY

0.84% of Ch. 81

Imports

22.69 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+69.45% YoY

0.40% of Ch. 81

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

4.39% /yr

Imports

8.39% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 81 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹1,292.63 Cr

Import

₹5,741.52 Cr

Trade Balance

−4,448.89

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 4.39% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.39% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹8.39 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹10.86 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 Ranked #1045 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 ranks #1045 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 81, it ranks #9 of 12. By trade surplus, it ranks #597 of 1233.

FY 2022-23 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 112.42% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹11.83 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹22.69 Cr exceeded exports of ₹10.86 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹11.83 Crore — ranking #597 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 8.39% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Tantalum articles

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 have grown at 8.39% CAGR, reaching ₹22.69 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 Contributes 0.84% of Chapter 81 Exports — Ranked #9

Among the 12 subchapters under Chapter 81, HSN Sub-Chapter 8103 ranks #9 by export value — accounting for 0.84% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.40% share (rank #11).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 8103 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 8103

It includes Tantalum articles

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Tantalum articles?

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

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Tantalum articles?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Tantalum articles are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

Any import/export nuance for Tantalum articles?

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.

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Tantalum articles?

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 should I document Tantalum articles sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Tantalum articles 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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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