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# HSN Code 25120020: Tripolite (Siliceous Earth)

- [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 2512: Siliceous earths, calcined or unworked](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2512/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Siliceous fossil meals (for example, kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) and similar siliceous earths, whether or not calcined, of an apparent specific gravity of 1 or less : Tripolite | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 25120020 ?

It includes Tripolite (Siliceous Earth)

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Tripolite (Siliceous Earth)?

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 Tripolite (Siliceous Earth)?

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 Tripolite (Siliceous Earth)?

Under HSN 25120020, Tripolite (Siliceous Earth) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Tripolite (Siliceous Earth)?

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 Tripolite (Siliceous Earth)?

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 25120020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (+400.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #7694 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2512: 0.00% of its exports; import side 1.45%

### Key metrics

- Peak growth year: −100.00% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2512: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 25120020

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. 2512 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2512 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.12% | −0.02 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +450.00% | 0.63% | −0.11 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 1.02% | −0.12 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.84% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +0.06 | #9835 |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.53% | −0.10 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +400.00% | 1.45% | −0.50 | — |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 71.00%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 25120020 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 25120020

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Tripolite (Siliceous Earth) in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 25120020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 25120020 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports declined by 100.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.50 Crore in HSN Code 25120020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.50 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.50 Crore — ranking #7694 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 71.00% CAGR signals rising demand for Tripolite (Siliceous Earth)

India's imports under HSN Code 25120020 have grown at 71.00% CAGR, reaching ₹0.50 Crore in FY 2024-25.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2512

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 25120030: Enamel Iron Signboards](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25120030/) | ₹12 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 25120090: Other Siliceous Earths](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25120090/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #3 | [HSN Code 25120010: Kieselguhr (Siliceous Earth)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25120010/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | HSN Code 25120020: Tripolite (Siliceous Earth) (this hsn code) | Nil |