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# HSN Code 28051900: Alkali or alkaline-earth metals

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

## Frequently asked questions

### 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28051900 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹12 Cr (−39.77% YoY) — 0.0003% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹162 Cr (−25.53% YoY) — 0.0027% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹150 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11099 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2805: 47.41% of its exports; import side 25.93%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2805: #1 of 5 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 17.65% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5587 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +466.85% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2805: 47.41% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28051900

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 | 4.46 | 0.0002% | — | 8.39% | 95.41 | 0.0027% | — | 18.86% | −90.95 | #6003 |
| FY 2019-20 | 11.63 | 0.0005% | +160.76% | 21.43% | 76.62 | 0.0023% | −19.69% | 18.17% | −64.99 | #4807 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.78 | 0.0001% | −84.69% | 7.35% | 63.64 | 0.0022% | −16.94% | 13.80% | −61.86 | #7111 |
| FY 2021-22 | 10.09 | 0.0003% | +466.85% | 25.09% | 127.71 | 0.0028% | +100.68% | 18.62% | −117.62 | #5472 |
| FY 2022-23 | 4.13 | 0.0001% | −59.07% | 12.45% | 364.22 | 0.0063% | +185.19% | 42.26% | −360.09 | #6651 |
| FY 2023-24 | 19.64 | 0.0005% | +375.54% | 69.60% | 216.99 | 0.0039% | −40.42% | 33.50% | −197.35 | #4801 |
| FY 2024-25 | 11.83 | 0.0003% | −39.77% | 47.41% | 161.59 | 0.0027% | −25.53% | 25.93% | −149.76 | #5587 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 17.65%/yr, imports 9.18%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28051900 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 17.65% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28051900 have grown at a compound annual rate of 17.65% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹4.46 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹11.83 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28051900 ranked #5587 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28051900 ranks #5587 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2805, it ranks #1 of 5. By trade surplus, it ranks #11099 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28051900 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28051900 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 466.85% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹149.76 Crore in HSN Code 28051900 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹161.59 Cr exceeded exports of ₹11.83 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹149.76 Crore — ranking #11099 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 9.18% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Alkali or alkaline-earth metals

India's imports under HSN Code 28051900 have grown at 9.18% CAGR, reaching ₹161.59 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28051900 contributes 47.41% of Sub-Chapter 2805 exports — ranked #1

Among the 5 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2805, HSN Code 28051900 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 47.41% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 25.93% share (rank #2).

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