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# HSN Code 26050000: Cobalt Ores & 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 2605: Cobalt ores & extracts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2605/)

## GST rates

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

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 26050000 ?

It includes Cobalt Ores & Concentrates

### How much GST applies to Cobalt Ores & Concentrates?

Under HSN 26050000, Cobalt Ores & Concentrates attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cobalt Ores & 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 Cobalt Ores & 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 Cobalt Ores & Concentrates is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 26050000 (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: ₹1 Cr (+1,175.00% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹1 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #7914 of 12657 HSN codes

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 26050000

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. 2605 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2605 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 100.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 100.00% | 0.00 | #8258 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +111.11% | 100.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +106.67% | 100.00% | +0.02 | #7661 |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | — | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −96.77% | 100.00% | −0.03 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +2,200.00% | 100.00% | −0.69 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −73.91% | 100.00% | −0.18 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −55.56% | 100.00% | −0.08 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | — | 1.02 | 0.0000% | +1,175.00% | 100.00% | −1.02 | — |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 14.61%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 26050000 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 26050000

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Cobalt Ores & 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 26050000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 26050000 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 111.11% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹1.02 Crore in HSN Code 26050000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1.02 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1.02 Crore — ranking #7914 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 14.61% CAGR signals rising demand for Cobalt Ores & Concentrates

India's imports under HSN Code 26050000 have grown at 14.61% CAGR, reaching ₹1.02 Crore in FY 2024-25.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2605

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| — | HSN Code 26050000: Cobalt Ores & Concentrates (this hsn code) | Nil |