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# HSN Code 28121990: Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-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 2812: Halides & halide oxides of non-metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2812/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| HALOGEN OR SULPHUR COMPOUNDS OF NON-METALS : Chlorides and chloride oxides : Other: Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28121990 ?

It includes Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-Metal)

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-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 Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-Metal)?

Under HSN 28121990, Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-Metal) attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-Metal) is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-Metal); Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-Metal)?

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 Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-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 28121990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹3 Cr (+103.53% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹24 Cr (+56.47% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹20 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9564 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2812: 3.62% of its exports; import side 42.05%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2812: #6 of 25 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 110.30% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7040 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +5,963.64% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2812: 3.62% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28121990

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. 2812 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2812 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.10% | 46.39 | 0.0013% | — | 41.76% | −46.35 | #9577 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −50.00% | 0.05% | 50.88 | 0.0015% | +9.68% | 47.53% | −50.86 | #9717 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +300.00% | 0.16% | 37.95 | 0.0013% | −25.41% | 30.13% | −37.87 | #9338 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +37.50% | 0.11% | 39.20 | 0.0009% | +3.29% | 43.77% | −39.09 | #9497 |
| FY 2022-23 | 6.67 | 0.0002% | +5,963.64% | 5.32% | 34.84 | 0.0006% | −11.12% | 37.48% | −28.17 | #6141 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.70 | 0.0000% | −74.51% | 1.80% | 15.14 | 0.0003% | −56.54% | 28.03% | −13.44 | #7742 |
| FY 2024-25 | 3.46 | 0.0001% | +103.53% | 3.62% | 23.69 | 0.0004% | +56.47% | 42.05% | −20.23 | #7040 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 110.30%/yr, imports -10.60%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28121990 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 110.30% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28121990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 110.30% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.04 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3.46 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28121990 ranked #7040 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28121990 ranks #7040 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2812, it ranks #6 of 25. By trade surplus, it ranks #9564 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28121990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28121990 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 5,963.64% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹20.23 Crore in HSN Code 28121990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹23.69 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3.46 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹20.23 Crore — ranking #9564 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -10.60% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-Metal)

India's imports under HSN Code 28121990 have grown at -10.60% CAGR, reaching ₹23.69 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28121990 contributes 3.62% of Sub-Chapter 2812 exports — ranked #6

Among the 25 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2812, HSN Code 28121990 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 3.62% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 42.05% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2812

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28121300: Phosphorus Trichloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28121300/) | ₹62 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28121700: Thionyl Chloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28121700/) | ₹12 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28121200: Potassium Hydroxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28121200/) | ₹8 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 28121600: Sulphur Dichloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28121600/) | ₹5 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 28129000: Halogen/sulphur compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28129000/) | ₹4 Cr |
| #6 | HSN Code 28121990: Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-Metal) (this hsn code) | ₹3 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 28121400: Phosphorus Pentachloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28121400/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 28121500: Sulphur Monochloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28121500/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 28121100: Sodium Hydroxide (Caustic Soda)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28121100/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 28121910: Other Alkalis: Sodium Carbonate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28121910/) | Nil |