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# HSN Code 28013020: Bromine

- [Section 06: Guide to HSN Section 06](https://busy.in/hsn/section-06/)
- [Chapter 28: Inorganic Chemicals & Rare-Earth Metal Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-28/)
- [Sub-chapter 2801: Fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2801/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Fluorine; bromine : Bromine | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28013020 ?

It includes Bromine

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Bromine?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

### Any common misclassification issue with Bromine?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Bromine?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Bromine?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Bromine is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28013020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹150 Cr (−7.47% YoY) — 0.0041% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹218 Cr (−28.28% YoY) — 0.0036% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹68 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10482 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2801: 66.51% of its exports; import side 7.49%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2801: #1 of 4 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.49% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2156 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +114.67% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2801: 66.51% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28013020

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. 2801 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2801 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 145.35 | 0.0064% | — | 64.91% | 117.10 | 0.0033% | — | 14.33% | +28.25 | #1624 |
| FY 2019-20 | 131.30 | 0.0060% | −9.67% | 72.86% | 199.37 | 0.0060% | +70.26% | 18.50% | −68.07 | #1718 |
| FY 2020-21 | 197.84 | 0.0092% | +50.68% | 81.54% | 278.92 | 0.0096% | +39.90% | 28.68% | −81.08 | #1374 |
| FY 2021-22 | 424.71 | 0.0135% | +114.67% | 90.65% | 338.99 | 0.0074% | +21.54% | 26.50% | +85.72 | #981 |
| FY 2022-23 | 465.16 | 0.0128% | +9.52% | 79.35% | 376.32 | 0.0065% | +11.01% | 17.49% | +88.84 | #980 |
| FY 2023-24 | 161.74 | 0.0045% | −65.23% | 69.07% | 303.64 | 0.0054% | −19.31% | 13.37% | −141.90 | #2023 |
| FY 2024-25 | 149.66 | 0.0041% | −7.47% | 66.51% | 217.78 | 0.0036% | −28.28% | 7.49% | −68.12 | #2156 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.49%/yr, imports 10.89%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28013020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.49% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28013020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.49% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹145.35 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹149.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28013020 ranked #2156 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28013020 ranks #2156 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2801, it ranks #1 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #10482 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28013020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28013020 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 114.67% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹68.12 Crore in HSN Code 28013020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹217.78 Cr exceeded exports of ₹149.66 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹68.12 Crore — ranking #10482 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.89% CAGR signals rising demand for Bromine

India's imports under HSN Code 28013020 have grown at 10.89% CAGR, reaching ₹217.78 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28013020 contributes 66.51% of Sub-Chapter 2801 exports — ranked #1

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2801, HSN Code 28013020 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 66.51% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 7.49% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2801

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 28013020: Bromine (this hsn code) | ₹150 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28012000: Iodine](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28012000/) | ₹55 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28011000: Chlorine](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28011000/) | ₹20 Cr |
| — | [HSN Code 28013010: Fluorine](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28013010/) | Nil |