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# HSN Code 28129000: Halogen/sulphur compounds

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

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28129000 ?

It includes Halogen/sulphur compounds

### Any common misclassification issue with Halogen/sulphur compounds?

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

### How much GST applies to Halogen/sulphur compounds?

Under HSN 28129000, Halogen/sulphur compounds attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Halogen/sulphur compounds?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Halogen/sulphur compounds?

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 Halogen/sulphur compounds?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28129000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹4 Cr (−17.98% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹27 Cr (+17.52% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹24 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9656 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2812: 3.82% of its exports; import side 48.33%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2812: #5 of 25 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.94% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6984 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +189.47% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2812: 3.82% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28129000

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 | 3.45 | 0.0002% | — | 8.72% | 26.31 | 0.0007% | — | 23.68% | −22.86 | #6310 |
| FY 2019-20 | 4.77 | 0.0002% | +38.26% | 11.00% | 40.51 | 0.0012% | +53.97% | 37.85% | −35.74 | #5918 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3.02 | 0.0001% | −36.69% | 5.95% | 48.24 | 0.0017% | +19.08% | 38.30% | −45.22 | #6553 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.14 | 0.0000% | −62.25% | 1.19% | 32.75 | 0.0007% | −32.11% | 36.57% | −31.61 | #7860 |
| FY 2022-23 | 3.30 | 0.0001% | +189.47% | 2.63% | 43.90 | 0.0008% | +34.05% | 47.23% | −40.60 | #6897 |
| FY 2023-24 | 4.45 | 0.0001% | +34.85% | 4.71% | 23.17 | 0.0004% | −47.22% | 42.90% | −18.72 | #6710 |
| FY 2024-25 | 3.65 | 0.0001% | −17.98% | 3.82% | 27.23 | 0.0004% | +17.52% | 48.33% | −23.58 | #6984 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.94%/yr, imports 0.57%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28129000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.94% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28129000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.94% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3.45 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹3.65 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28129000 ranked #6984 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28129000 ranks #6984 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2812, it ranks #5 of 25. By trade surplus, it ranks #9656 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28129000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28129000 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 189.47% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹23.58 Crore in HSN Code 28129000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹27.23 Cr exceeded exports of ₹3.65 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹23.58 Crore — ranking #9656 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 0.57% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Halogen/sulphur compounds

India's imports under HSN Code 28129000 have grown at 0.57% CAGR, reaching ₹27.23 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28129000 contributes 3.82% of Sub-Chapter 2812 exports — ranked #5

Among the 25 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2812, HSN Code 28129000 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 3.82% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 48.33% share (rank #1).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹4 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 28121990: Other Chlorides & Chloride Oxides (Non-Metal)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28121990/) | ₹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 |