HSN Code 25221000: Quicklime

HSN Code 25221000 represents Quicklime under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Quicklime correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 25221000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Quicklime.

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Description of Goods for Quicklime

HSN Code 25221000 relates to the following description:

Chapter Number Chapter Name Sub Chapter Number Sub Chapter Name Description of Goods CGST
(%)
SGST
(%)
IGST
(%)
CESS
(%)
25 Salt; sulphur; earths and stone; plastering materials, lime and cement 2522 Quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime, other than calcium oxide and hydroxide of heading 2825 Quicklime 2.5% 2.5% 5% 0%

Description of goods

Quicklime

Chapter

25 – Salt; sulphur; earths and stone; plastering materials, lime and cement

Sub Chapter

2522 – Quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime, other than calcium oxide and hydroxide of heading 2825

CGST 2.5%
SGST 2.5%
IGST 5%
CESS 0%

What does HSN Code 25221000 not include?

Quicklime does not include products with the following descriptions:

HSN Code Description
Slaked lime
Hydraulic lime

Hydraulic lime

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FAQs for HSN Code 25221000

What products are classified under HSN 25221000 ?

It includes Quicklime

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Quicklime?

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 Quicklime?

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 Quicklime?

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 Quicklime?

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 much GST applies to Quicklime?

Under HSN 25221000, Quicklime attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Quicklime is sold with other items?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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