HSN Code 28051900: Alkali or alkaline-earth metals

HSN Code 28051900 represents Alkali or alkaline-earth metals under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Alkali or alkaline-earth metals correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28051900, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Alkali or alkaline-earth metals.

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Description of Goods for Alkali or alkaline-earth metals

HSN Code 28051900 relates to the following description:

Chapter Number Chapter Name Sub Chapter Number Sub Chapter Name Description of Goods CGST
(%)
SGST
(%)
IGST
(%)
CESS
(%)
28 Inorganic chemicals, organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals,of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes 2805 Alkali or alkaline-earth metals;rare-earth metals,scandium and yttrium,whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Other 9% 9% 18% 0%

Description of goods

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Other

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 28051900 not include?

Alkali or alkaline-earth metals does not include products with the following descriptions:

HSN Code Description
CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Sodium (Nuclear grade)
CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Sodium
CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Calcium
CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium,whether or not intermixed or interalloyed
CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Mercury

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

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Sodium

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Calcium

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

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Mercury

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FAQs for HSN Code 28051900

What products are classified under HSN 28051900 ?

It includes Alkali or alkaline-earth metals

How should mixed supplies be billed when Alkali or alkaline-earth metals is sold with other items?

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

How much GST applies to Alkali or alkaline-earth metals?

Under HSN 28051900, Alkali or alkaline-earth metals attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Alkali or alkaline-earth metals?

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

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Alkali or alkaline-earth metals?

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 Alkali or alkaline-earth metals?

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.

Any common misclassification issue with Alkali or alkaline-earth metals?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.

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