HSN Code 28053000: Rare-earth metals

HSN Code 28053000 represents Rare-earth metals under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Rare-earth metals correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28053000, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Rare-earth metals.

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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 : Rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium,whether or not intermixed or interalloyed	9%	9%	18%	0%

Description of goods

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

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%

HSN Code	Description
28051100	CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Sodium (Nuclear grade)
28051100	CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Sodium
28051200	CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Calcium
28051900	CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Other
28054000	CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Mercury

HSN Code 28051100

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

HSN Code 28051100

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Sodium

HSN Code 28051200

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Calcium

HSN Code 28051900

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals : Other

HSN Code 28054000

CHEMICAL ELEMENTS : Mercury

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What products are classified under HSN 28053000 ?

It includes Rare-earth metals

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Rare-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.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Rare-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.

How much GST applies to Rare-earth metals?

Under HSN 28053000, Rare-earth metals attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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

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

Any common misclassification issue with Rare-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.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Rare-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.

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