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# HSN Code 28080010: Nitric Acid

- [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 2808: Nitric acid; sulphonitric acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2808/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| INORGANIC ACIDS AND INORGANIC OXYGEN COMPOUNDS OF NON-METALS : Nitric acid; sulphonitric acids : Nitric acid | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28080010 ?

It includes Nitric Acid

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Nitric Acid is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Nitric Acid?

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

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Nitric Acid?

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 Nitric Acid?

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 much GST applies to Nitric Acid?

Under HSN 28080010, Nitric Acid attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28080010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹51 Cr (+95.26% YoY) — 0.0014% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹286 Cr (+107.63% YoY) — 0.0047% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹235 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11426 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2808: 98.44% of its exports; import side 99.93%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2808: #1 of 2 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 11.38% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3600 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +95.26% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2808: 98.44% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28080010

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. 2808 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2808 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 26.74 | 0.0012% | — | 99.33% | 40.60 | 0.0011% | — | 99.75% | −13.86 | #3722 |
| FY 2019-20 | 28.89 | 0.0013% | +8.04% | 98.77% | 33.51 | 0.0010% | −17.46% | 99.91% | −4.62 | #3639 |
| FY 2020-21 | 31.23 | 0.0015% | +8.10% | 98.21% | 36.91 | 0.0013% | +10.15% | 99.89% | −5.68 | #3602 |
| FY 2021-22 | 27.63 | 0.0009% | −11.53% | 72.60% | 55.81 | 0.0012% | +51.21% | 99.24% | −28.18 | #4141 |
| FY 2022-23 | 26.68 | 0.0007% | −3.44% | 97.19% | 187.31 | 0.0033% | +235.62% | 99.66% | −160.63 | #4317 |
| FY 2023-24 | 26.15 | 0.0007% | −1.99% | 98.12% | 137.70 | 0.0025% | −26.49% | 99.94% | −111.55 | #4407 |
| FY 2024-25 | 51.06 | 0.0014% | +95.26% | 98.44% | 285.91 | 0.0047% | +107.63% | 99.93% | −234.85 | #3600 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 11.38%/yr, imports 38.45%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28080010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 11.38% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28080010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.38% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹26.74 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹51.06 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28080010 ranked #3600 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28080010 ranks #3600 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2808, it ranks #1 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #11426 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28080010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28080010 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 95.26% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹234.85 Crore in HSN Code 28080010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹285.91 Cr exceeded exports of ₹51.06 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹234.85 Crore — ranking #11426 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 38.45% CAGR signals rising demand for Nitric Acid

India's imports under HSN Code 28080010 have grown at 38.45% CAGR, reaching ₹285.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28080010 contributes 98.44% of Sub-Chapter 2808 exports — ranked #1

Among the 2 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2808, HSN Code 28080010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 98.44% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 99.93% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2808

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 28080010: Nitric Acid (this hsn code) | ₹51 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28080020: Sulphonitric Acid](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28080020/) | < ₹1 Crore |