9612 HSN Code: Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads

HSN Sub Chapter 9612 represents Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 9612, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 9612

GST Rate for Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads under HSN Code 9612. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

96

HSN Code

9612

HSN Description

Typewriter or similar ribbons, inked or otherwise prepared for giving impressions, whether or not on spools or in cartridges; ink-pads, whether or not inked, with or without boxes

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 9612

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads.

Tariff HSN

96121010

Description

Ribbons : Computer printer ribbon

Tariff HSN

96121020

Description

Ribbons :Ribbon for typewriters, other than electronic and similar machines

Tariff HSN

96121030

Description

Ribbons : Ribbon for electronic typewriter

Tariff HSN

96121090

Description

Ribbons :others

Tariff HSN

96122000

Description

Ink-pads

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 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

₹34 Cr

+59.65% vs FY 2023-24

0.0009% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹417 Cr

+11.16% vs FY 2023-24

0.0068% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹383 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #840 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 96

FY 2024-25

0.55%

Share of Chapter 96’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 7.35% of Chapter 96’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 96

FY 2024-25

#14 of 20

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 96

Import-side rank: #7 of 20

At a glance

7.19%

Export CAGR

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

#956

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+59.65%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

0.55%

Contribution to Ch. 96

Share of Chapter 96 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 9612

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 #943

Balance

−294.40

Exports

22.30 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

— YoY

0.52% of Ch. 96

Imports

316.70 ₹ Cr

0.0088% share

— YoY

6.98% of Ch. 96

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #918

Balance

−280.98

Exports

25.69 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

+15.20% YoY

0.58% of Ch. 96

Imports

306.67 ₹ Cr

0.0091% share

−3.17% YoY

7.19% of Ch. 96

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #916

Balance

−256.14

Exports

24.75 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

−3.66% YoY

0.64% of Ch. 96

Imports

280.89 ₹ Cr

0.0096% share

−8.41% YoY

6.47% of Ch. 96

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #953

Balance

−319.58

Exports

23.01 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

−7.03% YoY

0.45% of Ch. 96

Imports

342.59 ₹ Cr

0.0075% share

+21.97% YoY

6.48% of Ch. 96

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #952

Balance

−385.78

Exports

27.80 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

+20.82% YoY

0.45% of Ch. 96

Imports

413.58 ₹ Cr

0.0072% share

+20.72% YoY

6.78% of Ch. 96

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #991

Balance

−354.19

Exports

21.19 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

−23.78% YoY

0.35% of Ch. 96

Imports

375.38 ₹ Cr

0.0067% share

−9.24% YoY

6.13% of Ch. 96

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #956

Balance

−383.46

Exports

33.83 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+59.65% YoY

0.55% of Ch. 96

Imports

417.29 ₹ Cr

0.0068% share

+11.16% YoY

7.35% of Ch. 96

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

7.19% /yr

Imports

4.70% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 96 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹6,199.86 Cr

Import

₹5,675.05 Cr

Trade Balance

+524.81

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 7.19% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.19% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹22.30 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹33.83 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 Ranked #956 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 ranks #956 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 96, it ranks #14 of 20. By trade surplus, it ranks #840 of 1233.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 59.65% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹383.46 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹417.29 Cr exceeded exports of ₹33.83 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹383.46 Crore — ranking #840 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 4.70% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 have grown at 4.70% CAGR, reaching ₹417.29 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 Contributes 0.55% of Chapter 96 Exports — Ranked #14

Among the 20 subchapters under Chapter 96, HSN Sub-Chapter 9612 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 0.55% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.35% share (rank #7).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 9612 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 9612

It includes Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads

What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads?

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.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads 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.

What should my invoice and records include for Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads?

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.

Do spares or accessories of Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads 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 do I bill a kit or combo that includes Inked Ribbons & Ink-pads?

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.

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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