HSN Code 26169090: Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates | Other

HSN Code 26169090 represents Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates | Other under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates | Other correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 26169090, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates | Other.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 26169090

HSN Code 26169090 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

Other: Other

Chapter

26 - Ores, slag and ash

Sub Chapter

2616 - Precious metal ores and concentrates

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 26169090 not include?

Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates | Other does not include products with the following descriptions.

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 26169090 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

Nil

First year of recorded data

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹7 Cr

+10,285.71% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹7 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #8850 of 12657 HSN codes

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 26169090

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #9496

Balance

+0.04

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2616

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

50.00% of Sub-Ch. 2616

FY 2019-20

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

— of Sub-Ch. 2616

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2616

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #8191

Balance

+0.53

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

98.15% of Sub-Ch. 2616

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2616

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #9460

Balance

+0.11

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−77.36% YoY

92.31% of Sub-Ch. 2616

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2616

FY 2022-23

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2616

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2616

FY 2023-24

Balance

−0.07

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

— of Sub-Ch. 2616

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 2616

FY 2024-25

Balance

−7.27

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

— of Sub-Ch. 2616

Imports

7.27 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+10,285.71% YoY

0.61% of Sub-Ch. 2616

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

—

Imports

199.86% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 2616 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹0.00 Cr

Import

₹1,189.12 Cr

Trade Balance

−1,189.12

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 26169090 Export-Import Analysis

Export Snapshot for HSN Code 26169090

India exported ₹0.00 Crore worth of Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates | Other in FY 2024-25. Multi-year trend data is being compiled for this hsn code.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 26169090 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 26169090 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports declined by 77.36% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹7.27 Crore in HSN Code 26169090 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹7.27 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹7.27 Crore — ranking #8850 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 199.86% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates | Other

India's imports under HSN Code 26169090 have grown at 199.86% CAGR, reaching ₹7.27 Crore in FY 2024-25.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 26169090 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 26169090 ?

It includes Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates | Other

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates / Other?

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 Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates / Other?

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 Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates / Other?

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 Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates / Other?

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 should mixed supplies be billed when Precious Metal Ores and Concentrates / Other is sold with other items?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.