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# HSN Code 28020020: Sulphur (Precipitated)

- [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 2802: Sulphur: Sublimed/Precipitated](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2802/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated; colloidal sulphur : Precipitated sulphur | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28020020 ?

It includes Sulphur (Precipitated)

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

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

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

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

### How much GST applies to Sulphur (Precipitated)?

Under HSN 28020020, Sulphur (Precipitated) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Sulphur (Precipitated)?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Sulphur (Precipitated)?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28020020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−66.67% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (+70.59% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #7727 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2802: 0.01% of its exports; import side 8.81%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2802: #3 of 3 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 12.25% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #10305 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +150.00% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2802: 0.01% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28020020

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. 2802 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2802 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 15.48% | −0.38 | #9921 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +100.00% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +143.59% | 22.25% | −0.93 | #9717 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +150.00% | 0.03% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −83.16% | 0.83% | −0.11 | #9546 |
| FY 2021-22 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +287.50% | 1.85% | −0.62 | — |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.29% | 4.03 | 0.0001% | +550.00% | 13.88% | −3.43 | #8541 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −90.00% | 0.03% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −91.56% | 1.26% | −0.28 | #9987 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −66.67% | 0.01% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +70.59% | 8.81% | −0.56 | #10305 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 12.25%/yr, imports 6.84%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28020020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 12.25% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28020020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.25% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.01 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.02 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28020020 ranked #10305 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28020020 ranks #10305 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2802, it ranks #3 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #7727 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28020020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28020020 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 150.00% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.56 Crore in HSN Code 28020020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.58 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.02 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.56 Crore — ranking #7727 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 6.84% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Sulphur (Precipitated)

India's imports under HSN Code 28020020 have grown at 6.84% CAGR, reaching ₹0.58 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28020020 contributes 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 2802 exports — ranked #3

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2802, HSN Code 28020020 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 8.81% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2802

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28020010: Sulphur (Sublimed)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28020010/) | ₹177 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28020030: Sulphur (Colloidal)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28020030/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #3 | HSN Code 28020020: Sulphur (Precipitated) (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |