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# HSN Code 25041010: In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline

- [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 2504: Natural graphite](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2504/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 25041010 ?

It includes In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline?

Generate an e‑way bill if the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000 (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline?

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.

### How much GST applies to In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline?

Under HSN 25041010, In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline?

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 In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 25041010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (−4.26% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹93 Cr (+54.01% YoY) — 0.0015% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹91 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10725 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2504: 13.99% of its exports; import side 26.18%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2504: #2 of 5 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 19.06% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7488 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +96.89% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2504: 13.99% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 25041010

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. 2504 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2504 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 34.35% | 51.13 | 0.0014% | — | 21.95% | −50.34 | #7825 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.25 | 0.0001% | +58.23% | 38.34% | 42.57 | 0.0013% | −16.74% | 22.85% | −41.32 | #7386 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.47 | 0.0001% | +17.60% | 34.19% | 58.78 | 0.0020% | +38.08% | 32.51% | −57.31 | #7306 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.61 | 0.0001% | +9.52% | 34.26% | 62.37 | 0.0014% | +6.11% | 23.52% | −60.76 | #7555 |
| FY 2022-23 | 3.17 | 0.0001% | +96.89% | 26.42% | 59.54 | 0.0010% | −4.54% | 20.26% | −56.37 | #6942 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2.35 | 0.0001% | −25.87% | 37.12% | 60.45 | 0.0011% | +1.53% | 18.87% | −58.10 | #7412 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.25 | 0.0001% | −4.26% | 13.99% | 93.10 | 0.0015% | +54.01% | 26.18% | −90.85 | #7488 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 19.06%/yr, imports 10.50%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 25041010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 19.06% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 25041010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 19.06% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.79 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.25 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25041010 ranked #7488 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 25041010 ranks #7488 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2504, it ranks #2 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #10725 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 25041010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 25041010 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 96.89% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹90.85 Crore in HSN Code 25041010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹93.10 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.25 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹90.85 Crore — ranking #10725 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.50% CAGR signals rising demand for In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline

India's imports under HSN Code 25041010 have grown at 10.50% CAGR, reaching ₹93.10 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25041010 contributes 13.99% of Sub-Chapter 2504 exports — ranked #2

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2504, HSN Code 25041010 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 13.99% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 26.18% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2504

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 25041090: In Powder Or In Flakes \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25041090/) | ₹11 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 25041010: In powder or in flakes : Graphite, crystalline (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 25049090: Other Natural Graphite (Mineral Products) \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25049090/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 25049010: Other \| Graphite, Micronised](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25049010/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #5 | [HSN Code 25041020: In powder or in flakes : Graphite, amorphous](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25041020/) | < ₹1 Crore |