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# HSN Code 25041020: In powder or in flakes : Graphite, amorphous

- [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, amorphous | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 25041020 ?

It includes In powder or in flakes : Graphite, amorphous

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

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with In powder or in flakes : Graphite, amorphous?

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.

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

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when In powder or in flakes : Graphite, amorphous is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for In powder or in flakes : Graphite, amorphous; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

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

Under HSN 25041020, In powder or in flakes : Graphite, amorphous attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

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

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 25041020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (+53.85% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹39 Cr (+49.79% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹38 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10037 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2504: 2.49% of its exports; import side 10.88%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2504: #5 of 5 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 53.99% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #9000 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +766.67% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2504: 2.49% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 25041020

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% | — | 1.30% | 30.96 | 0.0009% | — | 13.29% | −30.93 | #9664 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +366.67% | 4.29% | 17.47 | 0.0005% | −43.57% | 9.38% | −17.33 | #9016 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +178.57% | 9.07% | 19.47 | 0.0007% | +11.45% | 10.77% | −19.08 | #8412 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −82.05% | 1.49% | 28.33 | 0.0006% | +45.51% | 10.68% | −28.26 | #9687 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −57.14% | 0.25% | 24.48 | 0.0004% | −13.59% | 8.33% | −24.45 | #10045 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +766.67% | 4.11% | 25.83 | 0.0005% | +5.51% | 8.06% | −25.57 | #9282 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +53.85% | 2.49% | 38.69 | 0.0006% | +49.79% | 10.88% | −38.29 | #9000 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 53.99%/yr, imports 3.78%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 25041020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 53.99% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 25041020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 53.99% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.03 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.40 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25041020 ranked #9000 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 25041020 ranks #9000 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2504, it ranks #5 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #10037 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 25041020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 25041020 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 766.67% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹38.29 Crore in HSN Code 25041020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹38.69 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.40 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹38.29 Crore — ranking #10037 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 3.78% CAGR signals stable import dependency for In powder or in flakes : Graphite, amorphous

India's imports under HSN Code 25041020 have grown at 3.78% CAGR, reaching ₹38.69 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25041020 contributes 2.49% of Sub-Chapter 2504 exports — ranked #5

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2504, HSN Code 25041020 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 2.49% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 10.88% share (rank #3).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25041010/) | ₹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 (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |