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# HSN Code 25280010: Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates

- [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 2528: Natural borates & boric acid](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2528/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Natural borates and concentrates thereof (Whether or not calcined), but not including borates separated from natural brine; natural boric acid containing not more than 85 % of H3 BO3 calculated on the dry weight: Natural sodium borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined) | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 25280010 ?

It includes Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates

### Any common misclassification issue with Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates?

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.

### How much GST applies to Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates?

Under HSN 25280010, Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 25280010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹90 Cr (+7.83% YoY) — 0.0015% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹90 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10717 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2528: 0.00% of its exports; import side 18.40%

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 25280010

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. 2528 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2528 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 43.67 | 0.0012% | — | 19.79% | −43.67 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 44.55 | 0.0013% | +2.02% | 20.65% | −44.55 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 50.95 | 0.0017% | +14.37% | 24.10% | −50.95 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 88.68 | 0.0019% | +74.05% | 30.47% | −88.68 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 45.90 | 0.0008% | −48.24% | 15.86% | −45.90 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 83.62 | 0.0015% | +82.18% | 23.79% | −83.62 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 90.17 | 0.0015% | +7.83% | 18.40% | −90.17 | — |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 12.84%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 25280010 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 25280010

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹90.17 Crore in HSN Code 25280010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹90.17 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹90.17 Crore — ranking #10717 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 12.84% CAGR signals rising demand for Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates

India's imports under HSN Code 25280010 have grown at 12.84% CAGR, reaching ₹90.17 Crore in FY 2024-25.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2528

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 25280090: Natural Borates, Max 85% H3Bo3](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25280090/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 25280030: N,N-Diisopropylphosphoramidic Dichloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25280030/) | ₹2 Cr |
| — | HSN Code 25280010: Natural Sodium Borates And Concentrates (this hsn code) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 25280020: Boric Acid (≤85% H3BO3)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25280020/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 25289020: Slag, Ash, Residues: Mainly Zinc, Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25289020/) | — |