HSN Code 28051100: Alkali metals: Sodium

HSN Code 28051100 represents Alkali metals: Sodium under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Alkali metals: Sodium correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28051100, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Alkali metals: Sodium.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 28051100

HSN Code 28051100 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Sodium (Nuclear grade)

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

2805 - Alkali or alkaline-earth metals;rare-earth metals,scandium and yttrium,whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury

CGST

2.5%

SGST

2.5%

IGST

5%

CESS

0%

Description of Goods

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Sodium

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

2805 - Alkali or alkaline-earth metals;rare-earth metals,scandium and yttrium,whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 28051100 not include?

Alkali metals: Sodium does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 28053000

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium,whether or not intermixed or interalloyed

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 28051100 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

< ₹1 Crore

−32.14% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹130 Cr

−11.75% vs FY 2023-24

0.0021% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹130 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #10997 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 2805

FY 2024-25

1.52%

Share of Sub-Chapter 2805’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 20.87% of Sub-Chapter 2805’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 2805

FY 2024-25

#5 of 5

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 2805

Import-side rank: #3 of 5

At a glance

−16.11%

Export CAGR

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

#9046

National Export Rank

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

+74.31%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2019-20 · strongest single-year move

1.52%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2805

Share of Sub-Chapter 2805 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for 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 2018-19 Exp. Rank #7547

Balance

−169.22

Exports

1.09 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

2.05% of Sub-Ch. 2805

Imports

170.31 ₹ Cr

0.0048% share

— YoY

33.67% of Sub-Ch. 2805

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #6983

Balance

−167.56

Exports

1.90 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+74.31% YoY

3.50% of Sub-Ch. 2805

Imports

169.46 ₹ Cr

0.0051% share

−0.50% YoY

40.18% of Sub-Ch. 2805

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #7566

Balance

−208.03

Exports

1.12 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−41.05% YoY

4.62% of Sub-Ch. 2805

Imports

209.15 ₹ Cr

0.0072% share

+23.42% YoY

45.36% of Sub-Ch. 2805

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #9149

Balance

−157.84

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−80.36% YoY

0.55% of Sub-Ch. 2805

Imports

158.06 ₹ Cr

0.0035% share

−24.43% YoY

23.05% of Sub-Ch. 2805

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8991

Balance

−166.79

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+50.00% YoY

0.99% of Sub-Ch. 2805

Imports

167.12 ₹ Cr

0.0029% share

+5.73% YoY

19.39% of Sub-Ch. 2805

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #8705

Balance

−146.82

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+69.70% YoY

1.98% of Sub-Ch. 2805

Imports

147.38 ₹ Cr

0.0026% share

−11.81% YoY

22.75% of Sub-Ch. 2805

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9046

Balance

−129.68

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−32.14% YoY

1.52% of Sub-Ch. 2805

Imports

130.06 ₹ Cr

0.0021% share

−11.75% YoY

20.87% of Sub-Ch. 2805

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−16.11% /yr

Imports

−4.39% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 2805 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹24.95 Cr

Import

₹623.11 Cr

Trade Balance

−598.16

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

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).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 28051100 and GST compliance.

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).

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