9701 HSN Code: Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages

HSN Sub Chapter 9701 represents Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 9701, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 9701

GST Rate for Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages under HSN Code 9701. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

97

HSN Code

9701

HSN Description

Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading 4906 and other than hand-painted or hand-decorated manufactured articles; collages, mosaics and similar decorative plaques

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 9701

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages.

Tariff HSN

97011010

Description

Madhubani paintings (on textiles)

Tariff HSN

97011020

Description

Kalamkari paintings (on textiles)

Tariff HSN

97011030

Description

Rajasthani paintings (on textiles)

Tariff HSN

97011090

Description

Other

Tariff HSN

97012100

Description

Of an age exceeding 100 years: Paintings, drawings and pastels

Tariff HSN

97012200

Description

Of an age exceeding 100 years: Mosaics

Tariff HSN

97012900

Description

Of an age exceeding 100 years: Other

Tariff HSN

97019091

Description

Domestic articles of wood (hand decorated )

Tariff HSN

97019092

Description

Restaurant decoration of plastics

Tariff HSN

97019099

Description

Other

Tariff HSN

97019100

Description

Other : Paintings, drawings and pastels

Tariff HSN

97019200

Description

Other : Mosaics

Tariff HSN

97019900

Description

Other : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 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

₹1,053 Cr

−58.82% vs FY 2023-24

0.0284% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹1,249 Cr

−57.00% vs FY 2023-24

0.0205% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹196 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #777 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 97

FY 2024-25

77.74%

Share of Chapter 97’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 54.96% of Chapter 97’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 97

FY 2024-25

#1 of 6

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 97

Import-side rank: #1 of 6

At a glance

12.11%

Export CAGR

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

#377

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+196.09%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

77.74%

Contribution to Ch. 97

Share of Chapter 97 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 9701

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 #408

Balance

−14.37

Exports

530.49 ₹ Cr

0.0231% share

— YoY

73.88% of Ch. 97

Imports

544.86 ₹ Cr

0.0152% share

— YoY

81.78% of Ch. 97

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #399

Balance

+84.98

Exports

522.17 ₹ Cr

0.0236% share

−1.57% YoY

59.07% of Ch. 97

Imports

437.19 ₹ Cr

0.0130% share

−19.76% YoY

53.31% of Ch. 97

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #506

Balance

+18.07

Exports

326.08 ₹ Cr

0.0152% share

−37.55% YoY

85.23% of Ch. 97

Imports

308.01 ₹ Cr

0.0106% share

−29.55% YoY

65.19% of Ch. 97

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #497

Balance

+106.19

Exports

454.02 ₹ Cr

0.0145% share

+39.24% YoY

83.21% of Ch. 97

Imports

347.83 ₹ Cr

0.0076% share

+12.93% YoY

70.91% of Ch. 97

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #402

Balance

−91.90

Exports

863.79 ₹ Cr

0.0239% share

+90.25% YoY

79.26% of Ch. 97

Imports

955.69 ₹ Cr

0.0166% share

+174.76% YoY

81.25% of Ch. 97

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #209

Balance

−347.15

Exports

2,557.57 ₹ Cr

0.0707% share

+196.09% YoY

91.56% of Ch. 97

Imports

2,904.72 ₹ Cr

0.0517% share

+203.94% YoY

75.05% of Ch. 97

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #377

Balance

−195.97

Exports

1,053.09 ₹ Cr

0.0284% share

−58.82% YoY

77.74% of Ch. 97

Imports

1,249.06 ₹ Cr

0.0205% share

−57.00% YoY

54.96% of Ch. 97

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

12.11% /yr

Imports

14.83% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 97 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹1,354.59 Cr

Import

₹2,272.80 Cr

Trade Balance

−918.21

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 12.11% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.11% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹530.49 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,053.09 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 Ranked #377 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 ranks #377 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 97, it ranks #1 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #777 of 1233.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 196.09% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹195.97 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1,249.06 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1,053.09 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹195.97 Crore — ranking #777 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 14.83% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 have grown at 14.83% CAGR, reaching ₹1,249.06 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 Contributes 77.74% of Chapter 97 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 6 subchapters under Chapter 97, HSN Sub-Chapter 9701 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 77.74% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 54.96% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 9701 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 9701

It includes Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages

What should my invoice and records include for Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages?

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.

What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages?

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.

What misclassification mistakes happen with Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages?

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.

Do spares or accessories of Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages 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.

Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Collages?

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.

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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