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HSN Code 28046900: Silicon (Other)

HSN Code 28046900 represents Silicon (Other) under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Silicon (Other) correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28046900, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Silicon (Other).

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 28046900

HSN Code 28046900 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Silicon : Other

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

2804 - Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 28046900 not include?

Silicon (Other) does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 28046100

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Silicon : Containing by weight not less than 99.99% of silicon

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 28046900 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2025-26

₹12 Cr

+356.32% vs FY 2024-25

0.0003% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2025-26

₹1,791 Cr

+19.24% vs FY 2024-25

0.0261% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2025-26

−₹1,779 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #12493 of 12872 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 2804

FY 2025-26

9.61%

Share of Sub-Chapter 2804’s total exports in FY 2025-26

Import side: 42.88% of Sub-Chapter 2804’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 2804

FY 2025-26

#5 of 16

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 2804

Import-side rank: #2 of 16

At a glance

22.00%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years

#5760

National Export Rank

of 12872 HSN codes by export value, FY 2025-26

+381.14%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

9.61%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2804

Share of Sub-Chapter 2804 exports in FY 2025-26

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 28046900

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #6482

Balance

−858.14

Exports

2.96 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

4.84% of Sub-Ch. 2804

Imports

861.10 ₹ Cr

0.0240% share

— YoY

43.00% of Sub-Ch. 2804

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #7014

Balance

−607.49

Exports

1.85 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−37.50% YoY

2.80% of Sub-Ch. 2804

Imports

609.34 ₹ Cr

0.0182% share

−29.24% YoY

37.96% of Sub-Ch. 2804

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #6829

Balance

−825.25

Exports

2.28 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+23.24% YoY

3.08% of Sub-Ch. 2804

Imports

827.53 ₹ Cr

0.0284% share

+35.81% YoY

40.76% of Sub-Ch. 2804

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #5356

Balance

−1,725.32

Exports

10.97 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+381.14% YoY

9.37% of Sub-Ch. 2804

Imports

1,736.29 ₹ Cr

0.0380% share

+109.82% YoY

43.84% of Sub-Ch. 2804

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #5817

Balance

−1,784.24

Exports

8.66 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−21.06% YoY

5.85% of Sub-Ch. 2804

Imports

1,792.90 ₹ Cr

0.0312% share

+3.26% YoY

41.33% of Sub-Ch. 2804

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #7846

Balance

−1,549.45

Exports

1.52 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−82.45% YoY

1.31% of Sub-Ch. 2804

Imports

1,550.97 ₹ Cr

0.0276% share

−13.49% YoY

39.07% of Sub-Ch. 2804

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #7344

Balance

−1,499.51

Exports

2.61 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+71.71% YoY

2.32% of Sub-Ch. 2804

Imports

1,502.12 ₹ Cr

0.0247% share

−3.15% YoY

41.43% of Sub-Ch. 2804

FY 2025-26 Exp. Rank #5760

Balance

−1,779.23

Exports

11.91 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+356.32% YoY

9.61% of Sub-Ch. 2804

Imports

1,791.14 ₹ Cr

0.0261% share

+19.24% YoY

42.88% of Sub-Ch. 2804

CAGR · 8-Year

Exports

22.00% /yr

Imports

11.03% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 2804 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹123.97 Cr

Import

₹4,176.85 Cr

Trade Balance

−4,052.88

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 28046900 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 22.00% CAGR Over 8 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 28046900 have grown at a compound annual rate of 22.00% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.96 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹11.91 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Code 28046900 Ranked #5760 Among All 12872 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2025-26, HSN Code 28046900 ranks #5760 out of 12872 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2804, it ranks #5 of 16. By trade surplus, it ranks #12493 of 12872.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 28046900 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28046900 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 381.14% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹1,779.23 Crore in HSN Code 28046900 Goods

In FY 2025-26, India's imports of ₹1,791.14 Cr exceeded exports of ₹11.91 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹1,779.23 Crore — ranking #12493 of 12872 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 11.03% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Silicon (Other)

India's imports under HSN Code 28046900 have grown at 11.03% CAGR, reaching ₹1,791.14 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Code 28046900 Contributes 9.61% of Sub-Chapter 2804 Exports — Ranked #5

Among the 16 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2804, HSN Code 28046900 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 9.61% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 42.88% share (rank #2).

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 28046900 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 28046900 ?

It includes Silicon (Other)

How much GST applies to Silicon (Other)?

Under HSN 28046900, Silicon (Other) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Silicon (Other)?

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 Silicon (Other)?

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.

How should mixed supplies be billed when Silicon (Other) is sold with other items?

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

Any common misclassification issue with Silicon (Other)?

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

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Silicon (Other)?

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

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