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# HSN Code 28051200: Calcium Metal

- [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 : Calcium | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28051200 ?

It includes Calcium Metal

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Calcium Metal?

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 Calcium Metal?

Under HSN 28051200, Calcium Metal attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Calcium Metal?

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Calcium Metal is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Calcium Metal?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28051200 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹9 Cr (+32.07% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹254 Cr (+22.15% YoY) — 0.0042% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹245 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11459 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2805: 37.64% of its exports; import side 40.79%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2805: #2 of 5 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -14.14% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5848 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +695.51% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2805: 37.64% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28051200

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 | 23.44 | 0.0010% | — | 44.10% | 141.86 | 0.0040% | — | 28.04% | −118.42 | #3897 |
| FY 2019-20 | 9.10 | 0.0004% | −61.18% | 16.77% | 112.16 | 0.0034% | −20.94% | 26.59% | −103.06 | #5129 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2.45 | 0.0001% | −73.08% | 10.11% | 125.19 | 0.0043% | +11.62% | 27.15% | −122.74 | #6749 |
| FY 2021-22 | 19.49 | 0.0006% | +695.51% | 48.47% | 327.50 | 0.0072% | +161.60% | 47.75% | −308.01 | #4638 |
| FY 2022-23 | 22.15 | 0.0006% | +13.65% | 66.76% | 264.16 | 0.0046% | −19.34% | 30.65% | −242.01 | #4554 |
| FY 2023-24 | 7.11 | 0.0002% | −67.90% | 25.19% | 208.08 | 0.0037% | −21.23% | 32.12% | −200.97 | #6143 |
| FY 2024-25 | 9.39 | 0.0003% | +32.07% | 37.64% | 254.18 | 0.0042% | +22.15% | 40.79% | −244.79 | #5848 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -14.14%/yr, imports 10.21%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28051200 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -14.14% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28051200 have declined at a compound annual rate of -14.14% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹23.44 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹9.39 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28051200 ranked #5848 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28051200 ranks #5848 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2805, it ranks #2 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #11459 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28051200 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28051200 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 695.51% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹244.79 Crore in HSN Code 28051200 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹254.18 Cr exceeded exports of ₹9.39 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹244.79 Crore — ranking #11459 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 10.21% CAGR signals rising demand for Calcium Metal

India's imports under HSN Code 28051200 have grown at 10.21% CAGR, reaching ₹254.18 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28051200 contributes 37.64% of Sub-Chapter 2805 exports — ranked #2

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2805, HSN Code 28051200 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 37.64% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 40.79% share (rank #1).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28051100/) | < ₹1 Crore |