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# HSN Code 26100030: Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3)

- [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 2610: Chromium ores & extracts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2610/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Chromium ores and concentrates : Chrome ore lumps below 40% Cr2O3 | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 26100030 ?

It includes Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3)

### How much GST applies to Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3)?

Under HSN 26100030, Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3)?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3)?

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 Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3)?

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3)?

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 26100030 (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: ₹17 Cr (+68.08% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹17 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9456 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2610: 0.00% of its exports; import side 2.30%

### Key metrics

- Peak growth year: −100.00% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2610: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 26100030

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. 2610 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2610 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 33.18 | 0.0009% | — | 10.52% | −33.18 | — |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 21.68 | 0.0006% | −34.66% | 10.50% | −21.68 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 16.15 | 0.0006% | −25.51% | 7.15% | −16.15 | — |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.26 | 0.0000% | — | 14.05% | 73.35 | 0.0016% | +354.18% | 17.33% | −72.09 | #7783 |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 10.66 | 0.0002% | −85.47% | 3.59% | −10.66 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 10.40 | 0.0002% | −2.44% | 2.28% | −10.40 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 17.48 | 0.0003% | +68.08% | 2.30% | −17.48 | — |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports -10.13%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 26100030 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 26100030

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3) in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 26100030 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 26100030 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports declined by 100.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹17.48 Crore in HSN Code 26100030 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹17.48 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹17.48 Crore — ranking #9456 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -10.13% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3)

India's imports under HSN Code 26100030 have grown at -10.13% CAGR, reaching ₹17.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2610

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 26100090: Chrome Ore, Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-26100090/) | ₹3 Cr |
| — | [HSN Code 26100010: Chrome Ore Lumps (≥ 47% Cr2O3)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-26100010/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 26100020: Chrome Ore Lumps (40-47% Cr2O3)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-26100020/) | Nil |
| — | HSN Code 26100030: Chrome Ore Lumps (< 40% Cr2O3) (this hsn code) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 26100040: Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-26100040/) | Nil |