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# HSN Code 26040000: Nickel Ores And Concentrates

- [Section 05: Guide to HSN Section 05](https://busy.in/hsn/section-05/)
- [Chapter 26: Ores, Slag and Ash](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-26/)
- [Sub-chapter 2604: Nickel ores & extracts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2604/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Nickel ores and concentrates | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 26040000 ?

It includes Nickel Ores And Concentrates

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Nickel Ores 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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Nickel Ores 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 Nickel Ores And Concentrates is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Nickel Ores 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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Nickel Ores 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 26040000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: Nil (−100.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #7581 of 12657 HSN codes

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 26040000

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. 2604 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2604 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 100.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 100.00% | +0.14 | #8947 |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | — | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | 0.00% | 100.00% | −0.02 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +3,100.00% | 100.00% | −0.64 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 100.00% | 1.62 | 0.0000% | +153.13% | 100.00% | −1.10 | #8544 |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | — | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −97.53% | 100.00% | −0.04 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 100.00% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | — | +0.30 | #9181 |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | — | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 100.00% | −0.31 | — |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 57.90%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 26040000 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 26040000

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

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 26040000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 26040000 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports declined by 100.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.31 Crore in HSN Code 26040000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.31 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.31 Crore — ranking #7581 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 57.90% CAGR signals rising demand for Nickel Ores And Concentrates

India's imports under HSN Code 26040000 have grown at 57.90% CAGR, reaching ₹0.31 Crore in FY 2024-25.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2604

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| — | HSN Code 26040000: Nickel Ores And Concentrates (this hsn code) | Nil |