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# HSN Code 28051100: Alkali metals: Sodium

- [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 2805: Rare-earth metals & mercury](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2805/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Sodium (Nuclear grade) | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | 0% |
| CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Sodium | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28051100 ?

It includes Alkali metals: Sodium

### Any common misclassification issue with Alkali metals: Sodium?

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

### How much GST applies to Alkali metals: Sodium?

Under HSN 28051100, Alkali metals: Sodium attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Alkali metals: Sodium?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Alkali metals: Sodium?

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 Alkali metals: Sodium?

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 Alkali metals: Sodium is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28051100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−32.14% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹130 Cr (−11.75% YoY) — 0.0021% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹130 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10997 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2805: 1.52% of its exports; import side 20.87%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2805: #5 of 5 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -16.11% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #9046 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +74.31% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2805: 1.52% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28051100

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. 2805 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2805 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.09 | 0.0000% | — | 2.05% | 170.31 | 0.0048% | — | 33.67% | −169.22 | #7547 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.90 | 0.0001% | +74.31% | 3.50% | 169.46 | 0.0051% | −0.50% | 40.18% | −167.56 | #6983 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.12 | 0.0001% | −41.05% | 4.62% | 209.15 | 0.0072% | +23.42% | 45.36% | −208.03 | #7566 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −80.36% | 0.55% | 158.06 | 0.0035% | −24.43% | 23.05% | −157.84 | #9149 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +50.00% | 0.99% | 167.12 | 0.0029% | +5.73% | 19.39% | −166.79 | #8991 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +69.70% | 1.98% | 147.38 | 0.0026% | −11.81% | 22.75% | −146.82 | #8705 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −32.14% | 1.52% | 130.06 | 0.0021% | −11.75% | 20.87% | −129.68 | #9046 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -16.11%/yr, imports -4.39%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28051100 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -16.11% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28051100 have declined at a compound annual rate of -16.11% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹1.09 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.38 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28051100 ranked #9046 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28051100 ranks #9046 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2805, it ranks #5 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #10997 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28051100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28051100 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 74.31% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹129.68 Crore in HSN Code 28051100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹130.06 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.38 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹129.68 Crore — ranking #10997 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -4.39% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Alkali metals: Sodium

India's imports under HSN Code 28051100 have grown at -4.39% CAGR, reaching ₹130.06 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28051100 contributes 1.52% of Sub-Chapter 2805 exports — ranked #5

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2805, HSN Code 28051100 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 1.52% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 20.87% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2805

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28051900: Alkali or alkaline-earth metals](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28051900/) | ₹12 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28051200: Calcium Metal](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28051200/) | ₹9 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28053000: Rare-earth metals](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28053000/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 28054000: Mercury](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28054000/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Code 28051100: Alkali metals: Sodium (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |