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# HSN Code 25309040: Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 25309040 ?

It includes Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals

### How much GST applies to Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals?

Under HSN 25309040, Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals?

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 Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals?

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 Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 25309040 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−33.33% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: < ₹1 Crore (Surplus); surplus rank #5519 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2530: 0.01% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2530: #11 of 13 by export value

### Key metrics

- National export rank: #10305 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: −33.33% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2530: 0.01% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 25309040

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 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 0.00 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.01% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.03 | #10223 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −33.33% | 0.01% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +0.02 | #10305 |

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 25309040 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 25309040

India exported ₹0.02 Crore worth of Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### HSN Code 25309040 ranked #10305 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 25309040 ranks #10305 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2530, it ranks #11 of 13. By trade surplus, it ranks #5519 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 25309040 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 25309040 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports declined by 33.33% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹0.02 Crore in HSN Code 25309040 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.02 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.02 Crore — ranking #5519 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 25309040 contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 2530 exports — ranked #11

Among the 13 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2530, HSN Code 25309040 ranks #11 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25301010/) | ₹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 |
| #11 | HSN Code 25309040: Other: Ores and concentrates of rare earth metals (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |