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# HSN Code 25191000: Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite)

- [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 2519: Magnesium carbonate & oxides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2519/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Natural magnesium carbonate (magnesite) | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 25191000 ?

It includes Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite)

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite)?

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 Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite)?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite)?

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### How much GST applies to Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite)?

Under HSN 25191000, Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 25191000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (−31.74% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹7 Cr (−9.80% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹5 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8623 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2519: 3.79% of its exports; import side 0.39%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2519: #4 of 6 by export value; import-side #6

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 12.37% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7820 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +225.00% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2519: 3.79% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 25191000

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. 2519 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2519 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 3.82% | 39.10 | 0.0011% | — | 3.52% | −38.32 | #7838 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −79.49% | 1.09% | 18.52 | 0.0006% | −52.63% | 1.96% | −18.36 | #8954 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +225.00% | 3.04% | 15.95 | 0.0005% | −13.88% | 2.08% | −15.43 | #8201 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.15 | 0.0000% | +121.15% | 6.62% | 31.77 | 0.0007% | +99.19% | 2.42% | −30.62 | #7853 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.02 | 0.0000% | −11.30% | 4.27% | 14.06 | 0.0002% | −55.74% | 0.91% | −13.04 | #8082 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2.30 | 0.0001% | +125.49% | 9.55% | 7.35 | 0.0001% | −47.72% | 0.49% | −5.05 | #7434 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.57 | 0.0000% | −31.74% | 3.79% | 6.63 | 0.0001% | −9.80% | 0.39% | −5.06 | #7820 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 12.37%/yr, imports -25.60%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 25191000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 12.37% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 25191000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.37% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.78 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.57 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25191000 ranked #7820 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 25191000 ranks #7820 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2519, it ranks #4 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #8623 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 25191000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 25191000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 225.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹5.06 Crore in HSN Code 25191000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹6.63 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.57 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹5.06 Crore — ranking #8623 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -25.60% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite)

India's imports under HSN Code 25191000 have grown at -25.60% CAGR, reaching ₹6.63 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25191000 contributes 3.79% of Sub-Chapter 2519 exports — ranked #4

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2519, HSN Code 25191000 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 3.79% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.39% share (rank #6).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2519

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 25199040: Other\| Magnesium Oxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25199040/) | ₹28 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 25199090: Magnesite and Other Magnesium Oxides \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25199090/) | ₹7 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 25199010: Other\| Fused Magnesia (Natural)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25199010/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #4 | HSN Code 25191000: Natural Magnesium Carbonate (Magnesite) (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 25199020: Other\| Dead-Burnt (Sintered) Magnesia](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25199020/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 25199030: Magnesium Calcined (Non-Dead Burnt)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25199030/) | < ₹1 Crore |