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# HSN Code 25301010: Unexpanded Vermiculite

- [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 2530: Unspecified mineral substances](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2530/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Vermiculite, perlite and chlorites, unexpanded: Vermiculite | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 25301010 ?

It includes Unexpanded Vermiculite

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Unexpanded Vermiculite is sold with other items?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Unexpanded Vermiculite?

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 Unexpanded Vermiculite?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Unexpanded Vermiculite?

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 Unexpanded Vermiculite?

Under HSN 25301010, Unexpanded Vermiculite attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 25301010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (+40.91% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹5 Cr (+166.33% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹3 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #8326 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2530: 1.06% of its exports; import side 0.62%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2530: #5 of 13 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 22.61% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7403 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +87.93% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2530: 1.06% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 25301010

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. 2530 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2530 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.50% | 1.62 | 0.0000% | — | 0.50% | −0.89 | #7884 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +8.22% | 0.81% | 1.10 | 0.0000% | −32.10% | 0.32% | −0.31 | #7813 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.16 | 0.0001% | +46.84% | 1.20% | 1.72 | 0.0001% | +56.36% | 0.61% | −0.56 | #7531 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.18 | 0.0001% | +87.93% | 1.04% | 2.55 | 0.0001% | +48.26% | 0.51% | −0.37 | #7218 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.29 | 0.0000% | −40.83% | 0.33% | 7.39 | 0.0001% | +189.80% | 1.32% | −6.10 | #7871 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.76 | 0.0000% | +36.43% | 0.57% | 1.96 | 0.0000% | −73.48% | 0.29% | −0.20 | #7706 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.48 | 0.0001% | +40.91% | 1.06% | 5.22 | 0.0001% | +166.33% | 0.62% | −2.74 | #7403 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 22.61%/yr, imports 21.53%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 25301010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 22.61% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 25301010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 22.61% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.73 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25301010 ranked #7403 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 25301010 ranks #7403 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2530, it ranks #5 of 13. By trade surplus, it ranks #8326 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 25301010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 25301010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 87.93% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹2.74 Crore in HSN Code 25301010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹5.22 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.48 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹2.74 Crore — ranking #8326 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 21.53% CAGR signals rising demand for Unexpanded Vermiculite

India's imports under HSN Code 25301010 have grown at 21.53% CAGR, reaching ₹5.22 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 25301010 contributes 1.06% of Sub-Chapter 2530 exports — ranked #5

Among the 13 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2530, HSN Code 25301010 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 1.06% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.62% share (rank #7).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2530

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 25309099: Other Mineral Substances Not Elsewhere Specified](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25309099/) | ₹159 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 25309030: Other\| Calcite](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25309030/) | ₹34 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 25309050: Other\| Wollastonite](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25309050/) | ₹31 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 25309070: Other Processed\| Earth Color Ochre](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25309070/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Code 25301010: Unexpanded Vermiculite (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 25301020: Unexpanded Perlite](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25301020/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 25301090: Vermiculite, Perlite & Chlorites (Unexpanded): Others](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25301090/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #8 | [HSN Code 25309060: Other\| Earth Colour Ochre, Crude](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25309060/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #9 | [HSN Code 25302000: Kieserite & Epsomite (Magnesium Sulphates)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25302000/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #10 | [HSN Code 25309010: Meerschaum & Amber Agglomerates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25309010/) | < ₹1 Crore |