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# HSN Code 25262000: Crushed or powdered

- [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 2526: Natural steatite and talc](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2526/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Crushed or powdered | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 25262000 ?

It includes Crushed or powdered

### Any common misclassification issue with Crushed or powdered?

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 Crushed or powdered?

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 Crushed or powdered?

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Crushed or powdered is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Crushed or powdered?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 25262000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹312 Cr (+4.68% YoY) — 0.0085% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹70 Cr (+26.10% YoY) — 0.0011% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹242 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1029 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2526: 63.42% of its exports; import side 97.91%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2526: #1 of 4 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 4.28% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1391 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +16.48% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2526: 63.42% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 25262000

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. 2526 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2526 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 242.88 | 0.0106% | — | 64.51% | 30.22 | 0.0008% | — | 93.10% | +212.66 | #1154 |
| FY 2019-20 | 215.83 | 0.0098% | −11.14% | 60.23% | 31.85 | 0.0010% | +5.39% | 97.73% | +183.98 | #1253 |
| FY 2020-21 | 231.52 | 0.0108% | +7.27% | 53.05% | 34.15 | 0.0012% | +7.22% | 99.10% | +197.37 | #1226 |
| FY 2021-22 | 244.64 | 0.0078% | +5.67% | 47.03% | 40.16 | 0.0009% | +17.60% | 98.60% | +204.48 | #1458 |
| FY 2022-23 | 284.96 | 0.0079% | +16.48% | 50.64% | 53.44 | 0.0009% | +33.07% | 97.91% | +231.52 | #1376 |
| FY 2023-24 | 298.35 | 0.0082% | +4.70% | 64.25% | 55.41 | 0.0010% | +3.69% | 98.37% | +242.94 | #1395 |
| FY 2024-25 | 312.30 | 0.0085% | +4.68% | 63.42% | 69.87 | 0.0011% | +26.10% | 97.91% | +242.43 | #1391 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 4.28%/yr, imports 14.99%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 25262000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 4.28% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 25262000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.28% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹242.88 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹312.30 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25262000 ranked #1391 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 25262000 ranks #1391 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2526, it ranks #1 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #1029 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 25262000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 25262000 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 16.48% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹242.43 Crore in HSN Code 25262000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹312.30 Cr exceeded imports of ₹69.87 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹242.43 Crore — ranking #1029 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 14.99% CAGR signals rising demand for Crushed or powdered

India's imports under HSN Code 25262000 have grown at 14.99% CAGR, reaching ₹69.87 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25262000 contributes 63.42% of Sub-Chapter 2526 exports — ranked #1

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2526, HSN Code 25262000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 63.42% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 97.91% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2526

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 25262000: Crushed or powdered (this hsn code) | ₹312 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 25261020: Steatite Lumps (Soapstone)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25261020/) | ₹157 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 25261090: Not Crushed, Not Powdered\| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25261090/) | ₹22 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 25261010: Steatite Blocks (Soapstone)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25261010/) | ₹1 Cr |