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# HSN Code 25020000: Unroasted Iron Pyrites

- [Section 05: Guide to HSN Section 05](https://busy.in/hsn/section-05/)
- [Chapter 25: Salt, Stones and Cement](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-25/)
- [Sub-chapter 2502: Unroasted iron pyrites](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2502/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Unroasted iron pyrites | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 25020000 ?

It includes Unroasted Iron Pyrites

### How much GST applies to Unroasted Iron Pyrites?

Under HSN 25020000, Unroasted Iron Pyrites attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Unroasted Iron Pyrites?

If your outward supply is taxable (5%/12% etc.), eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Unroasted Iron Pyrites?

For many agri/food items, GST applies at 5% when they are not fresh/chilled and are sold as pre‑packaged & labelled. Loose or fresh/chilled forms may be Nil.

### Any common misclassification issue with Unroasted Iron Pyrites?

Use the exact HSN and the correct form (fresh/chilled vs. frozen/dried; PPL vs. not). Apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Unroasted Iron Pyrites is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Unroasted Iron Pyrites; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 25020000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3 Cr (+25.87% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹17 Cr (+46.55% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹14 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9309 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2502: 100.00% of its exports; import side 100.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2502: #1 of 1 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -2.02% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7382 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +49.76% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2502: 100.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 25020000

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 Sub-Ch. 2502 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2502 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 2.86 | 0.0001% | — | 100.00% | 5.85 | 0.0002% | — | 100.00% | −2.99 | #6531 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.51 | 0.0001% | −12.24% | 100.00% | 8.59 | 0.0003% | +46.84% | 100.00% | −6.08 | #6688 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2.05 | 0.0001% | −18.33% | 100.00% | 9.17 | 0.0003% | +6.75% | 100.00% | −7.12 | #6960 |
| FY 2021-22 | 3.07 | 0.0001% | +49.76% | 100.00% | 5.73 | 0.0001% | −37.51% | 100.00% | −2.66 | #6883 |
| FY 2022-23 | 3.23 | 0.0001% | +5.21% | 100.00% | 13.88 | 0.0002% | +142.23% | 100.00% | −10.65 | #6923 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2.01 | 0.0001% | −37.77% | 100.00% | 11.32 | 0.0002% | −18.44% | 100.00% | −9.31 | #7569 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.53 | 0.0001% | +25.87% | 100.00% | 16.59 | 0.0003% | +46.55% | 100.00% | −14.06 | #7382 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -2.02%/yr, imports 18.97%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 25020000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -2.02% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 25020000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -2.02% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹2.86 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.53 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25020000 ranked #7382 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 25020000 ranks #7382 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2502, it ranks #1 of 1. By trade surplus, it ranks #9309 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 25020000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 25020000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 49.76% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹14.06 Crore in HSN Code 25020000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹16.59 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.53 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹14.06 Crore — ranking #9309 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 18.97% CAGR signals rising demand for Unroasted Iron Pyrites

India's imports under HSN Code 25020000 have grown at 18.97% CAGR, reaching ₹16.59 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25020000 contributes 100.00% of Sub-Chapter 2502 exports — ranked #1

Among the 1 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2502, HSN Code 25020000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 100.00% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 100.00% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2502

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 25020000: Unroasted Iron Pyrites (this hsn code) | ₹3 Cr |