HSN Code 28020010: Sulphur (Sublimed)

HSN Code 28020010 represents Sulphur (Sublimed) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Sulphur (Sublimed) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28020010, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Sulphur (Sublimed).

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 28020010

HSN Code 28020010 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated; colloidal sulphur : Sublimed sulphur

Chapter

28 - Inorganic chemicals, organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals,of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes

Sub Chapter

2802 - Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated;colloidal sulphur

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 28020010 not include?

Sulphur (Sublimed) does not include products with the following descriptions.

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated; colloidal sulphur : Precipitated sulphur

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated; colloidal sulphur : Colloidal sulphur

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 28020010 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

₹177 Cr

−7.72% vs FY 2023-24

0.0048% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹5 Cr

−80.21% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹172 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #1247 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 2802

FY 2024-25

99.95%

Share of Sub-Chapter 2802’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 77.36% of Sub-Chapter 2802’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 2802

FY 2024-25

#1 of 3

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 2802

Import-side rank: #1 of 3

At a glance

−3.00%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#1965

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+9.30%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

99.95%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2802

Share of Sub-Chapter 2802 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 28020010

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 #1264

Balance

+211.78

Exports

212.81 ₹ Cr

0.0093% share

YoY

99.99% of Sub-Ch. 2802

Imports

1.03 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

40.87% of Sub-Ch. 2802

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1363

Balance

+189.34

Exports

191.78 ₹ Cr

0.0087% share

−9.88% YoY

99.99% of Sub-Ch. 2802

Imports

2.44 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+136.89% YoY

57.14% of Sub-Ch. 2802

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1478

Balance

+159.48

Exports

177.66 ₹ Cr

0.0083% share

−7.36% YoY

99.97% of Sub-Ch. 2802

Imports

18.18 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+645.08% YoY

94.74% of Sub-Ch. 2802

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1677

Balance

+162.28

Exports

194.19 ₹ Cr

0.0062% share

+9.30% YoY

100.00% of Sub-Ch. 2802

Imports

31.91 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

+75.52% YoY

95.00% of Sub-Ch. 2802

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1711

Balance

+181.36

Exports

205.28 ₹ Cr

0.0057% share

+5.71% YoY

99.69% of Sub-Ch. 2802

Imports

23.92 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

−25.04% YoY

82.37% of Sub-Ch. 2802

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1820

Balance

+166.42

Exports

192.14 ₹ Cr

0.0053% share

−6.40% YoY

99.95% of Sub-Ch. 2802

Imports

25.72 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+7.53% YoY

95.19% of Sub-Ch. 2802

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1965

Balance

+172.21

Exports

177.30 ₹ Cr

0.0048% share

−7.72% YoY

99.95% of Sub-Ch. 2802

Imports

5.09 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−80.21% YoY

77.36% of Sub-Ch. 2802

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−3.00% /yr

Imports

30.51% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 2802 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹177.38 Cr

Import

₹6.58 Cr

Trade Balance

+170.80

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 28020010 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −3.00% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 28020010 have declined at a compound annual rate of −3.00% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹212.81 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹177.30 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 28020010 Ranked #1965 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28020010 ranks #1965 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2802, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #1247 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 28020010 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28020010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 9.30% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹172.21 Crore in HSN Code 28020010 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹177.30 Cr exceeded imports of ₹5.09 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹172.21 Crore — ranking #1247 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 30.51% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Sulphur (Sublimed)

India's imports under HSN Code 28020010 have grown at 30.51% CAGR, reaching ₹5.09 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 28020010 Contributes 99.95% of Sub-Chapter 2802 Exports — Ranked #1

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2802, HSN Code 28020010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 99.95% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 77.36% share (rank #1).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 28020010 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 28020010 ?

It includes Sulphur (Sublimed)

How much GST applies to Sulphur (Sublimed)?

Under HSN 28020010, Sulphur (Sublimed) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Sulphur (Sublimed) is sold with other items?

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

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Sulphur (Sublimed)?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Sulphur (Sublimed)?

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 Sulphur (Sublimed)?

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.

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.