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# HSN Code 25223000: Hydraulic Lime

- [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 2522: Quicklime & hydraulic lime](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2522/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Hydraulic lime | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 25223000 ?

It includes Hydraulic Lime

### Any common misclassification issue with Hydraulic Lime?

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.

### How much GST applies to Hydraulic Lime?

Under HSN 25223000, Hydraulic Lime attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Hydraulic Lime?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Hydraulic Lime?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Hydraulic Lime?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 25223000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹7 Cr (+95.53% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹12 Cr (−0.49% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹5 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8583 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2522: 18.21% of its exports; import side 1.57%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2522: #3 of 3 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 12.02% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6142 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +95.53% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2522: 18.21% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 25223000

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. 2522 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2522 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 3.76 | 0.0002% | — | 16.78% | 1.39 | 0.0000% | — | 0.33% | +2.37 | #6212 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2.91 | 0.0001% | −22.61% | 13.90% | 2.83 | 0.0001% | +103.60% | 0.69% | +0.08 | #6500 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.29 | 0.0002% | +13.06% | 14.76% | 6.16 | 0.0002% | +117.67% | 1.70% | −2.87 | #6449 |
| FY 2021-22 | 5.58 | 0.0002% | +69.60% | 21.76% | 10.83 | 0.0002% | +75.81% | 8.89% | −5.25 | #6220 |
| FY 2022-23 | 6.12 | 0.0002% | +9.68% | 18.68% | 15.80 | 0.0003% | +45.89% | 2.47% | −9.68 | #6234 |
| FY 2023-24 | 3.80 | 0.0001% | −37.91% | 9.67% | 12.19 | 0.0002% | −22.85% | 1.95% | −8.39 | #6894 |
| FY 2024-25 | 7.43 | 0.0002% | +95.53% | 18.21% | 12.13 | 0.0002% | −0.49% | 1.57% | −4.70 | #6142 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 12.02%/yr, imports 43.49%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 25223000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 12.02% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 25223000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.02% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3.76 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹7.43 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25223000 ranked #6142 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 25223000 ranks #6142 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2522, it ranks #3 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #8583 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 25223000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 25223000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 95.53% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹4.70 Crore in HSN Code 25223000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹12.13 Cr exceeded exports of ₹7.43 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹4.70 Crore — ranking #8583 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 43.49% CAGR signals rising demand for Hydraulic Lime

India's imports under HSN Code 25223000 have grown at 43.49% CAGR, reaching ₹12.13 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25223000 contributes 18.21% of Sub-Chapter 2522 exports — ranked #3

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2522, HSN Code 25223000 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 18.21% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.57% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2522

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 25221000: Quicklime](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25221000/) | ₹23 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 25222000: Slaked Lime](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25222000/) | ₹10 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 25223000: Hydraulic Lime (this hsn code) | ₹7 Cr |