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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 or export of Quicklime.
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Description of Goods for HSN Code 25221000
HSN Code 25221000 relates to the following description.
What does HSN Code 25221000 not include?
Quicklime does not include products with the following descriptions.
Slaked lime
Hydraulic lime
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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 25221000 in FY 2025-26
India’s Exports
FY 2025-26₹29 Cr
0.0007% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2025-26₹927 Cr
0.0135% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2025-26−₹898 Cr
Surplus rank #12273 of 12872 HSN codes
% of Sub-Chapter 2522
FY 2025-2662.88%
Share of Sub-Chapter 2522’s total exports in FY 2025-26
Import side: 93.35% of Sub-Chapter 2522’s imports
Rank Within Sub-Chapter 2522
FY 2025-26#1 of 3
Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 2522
Import-side rank: #1 of 3
At a glance
13.03%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years
#4523
National Export Rank
of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26
+28.88%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move
62.88%
Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2522
Share of Sub-Chapter 2522 exports in FY 2025-26
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 25221000
8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
Balance
−395.56
Exports
12.39 ₹ Cr
0.0005% share
— YoY
55.29% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Imports
407.95 ₹ Cr
0.0114% share
— YoY
95.96% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Balance
−369.64
Exports
13.76 ₹ Cr
0.0006% share
+11.06% YoY
65.74% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Imports
383.40 ₹ Cr
0.0115% share
−6.02% YoY
93.48% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Balance
−315.95
Exports
14.66 ₹ Cr
0.0007% share
+6.54% YoY
65.77% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Imports
330.61 ₹ Cr
0.0113% share
−13.77% YoY
91.42% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Balance
−43.66
Exports
15.40 ₹ Cr
0.0005% share
+5.05% YoY
60.06% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Imports
59.06 ₹ Cr
0.0013% share
−82.14% YoY
48.47% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Balance
−545.67
Exports
19.08 ₹ Cr
0.0005% share
+23.90% YoY
58.22% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Imports
564.75 ₹ Cr
0.0098% share
+856.23% YoY
88.46% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Balance
−542.08
Exports
24.59 ₹ Cr
0.0007% share
+28.88% YoY
62.59% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Imports
566.67 ₹ Cr
0.0101% share
+0.34% YoY
90.56% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Balance
−678.91
Exports
22.97 ₹ Cr
0.0006% share
−6.59% YoY
56.30% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Imports
701.88 ₹ Cr
0.0116% share
+23.86% YoY
90.65% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Balance
−897.97
Exports
29.20 ₹ Cr
0.0007% share
+27.12% YoY
62.88% of Sub-Ch. 2522
Imports
927.17 ₹ Cr
0.0135% share
+32.10% YoY
93.35% of Sub-Ch. 2522
CAGR · 8-Year
Exports
13.03% /yr
Imports
12.44% /yr
reference, FY 2025-26
Export
₹46.44 Cr
Import
₹993.19 Cr
Trade Balance
−946.75
Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 25221000 Export-Import Analysis
Consistent Export Growth: 13.03% CAGR Over 8 Years
India's exports under HSN Code 25221000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 13.03% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹12.39 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹29.20 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 25221000 Ranked #4523 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value
In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 25221000 ranks #4523 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2522, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #12273 of 12872.
FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 25221000 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 25221000 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 28.88% over the prior year.
India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹897.97 Crore in HSN Code 25221000 Goods
In FY 2025-26, India's imports of ₹927.17 Cr exceeded exports of ₹29.20 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹897.97 Crore — ranking #12273 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.
Import Growth of 12.44% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Quicklime
India's imports under HSN Code 25221000 have grown at 12.44% CAGR, reaching ₹927.17 Crore in FY 2025-26.
HSN Code 25221000 Contributes 62.88% of Sub-Chapter 2522 Exports — Ranked #1
Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2522, HSN Code 25221000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 62.88% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 93.35% share (rank #1).
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 25221000 and GST compliance.
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).