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# HSN Code 26100040: Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above)

- [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 friable and concentrates fixes containing 47% Cr2O3 and above | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 26100040 ?

It includes Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above)

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above)?

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 Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above)?

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 (47% Cr2O3 & Above)?

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.

### How much GST applies to Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above)?

Under HSN 26100040, Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the form and packaging clearly on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above)?

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 Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 26100040 (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: ₹40 Cr (+68.43% YoY) — 0.0007% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹40 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10079 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2610: 0.00% of its exports; import side 5.32%

### Key metrics

- Peak growth year: −37.03% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2610: 0.00% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 26100040

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 | 116.79 | 0.0051% | — | 87.31% | 10.50 | 0.0003% | — | 3.33% | +106.29 | #1840 |
| FY 2019-20 | 73.54 | 0.0033% | −37.03% | 84.73% | 2.49 | 0.0001% | −76.29% | 1.21% | +71.05 | #2381 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −99.58% | 4.31% | 9.39 | 0.0003% | +277.11% | 4.16% | −9.08 | #8580 |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 12.68 | 0.0003% | +35.04% | 3.00% | −12.68 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | 78.07 | 0.0022% | — | 86.34% | 21.50 | 0.0004% | +69.56% | 7.24% | +56.57 | #2876 |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 24.04 | 0.0004% | +11.81% | 5.27% | −24.04 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 40.49 | 0.0007% | +68.43% | 5.32% | −40.49 | — |

- CAGR (7-year): exports —/yr, imports 25.23%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 26100040 export-import analysis

### Export snapshot for HSN Code 26100040

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above) 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 26100040 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 26100040 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports declined by 37.03% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹40.49 Crore in HSN Code 26100040 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹40.49 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹40.49 Crore — ranking #10079 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 25.23% CAGR signals rising demand for Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above)

India's imports under HSN Code 26100040 have grown at 25.23% CAGR, reaching ₹40.49 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)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-26100030/) | Nil |
| — | HSN Code 26100040: Chrome Ore (47% Cr2O3 & Above) (this hsn code) | Nil |