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# HSN Code 28161010: Magnesium Hydroxide

- [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 2816: Magnesium & strontium compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2816/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| INORGANIC BASES AND OXIDES,HYDROXIDES AND PEROXIDES OF METALS : Hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium : Hydroxide of magnesium | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28161010 ?

It includes Magnesium Hydroxide

### How much GST applies to Magnesium Hydroxide?

Under HSN 28161010, Magnesium Hydroxide attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Magnesium Hydroxide?

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 Magnesium Hydroxide?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Magnesium Hydroxide?

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 Magnesium Hydroxide?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28161010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹46 Cr (+12.54% YoY) — 0.0012% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹62 Cr (+38.98% YoY) — 0.0010% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹16 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9410 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2816: 95.60% of its exports; import side 81.63%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2816: #1 of 3 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 19.08% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3745 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +63.02% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2816: 95.60% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28161010

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. 2816 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2816 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 15.99 | 0.0007% | — | 90.80% | 13.33 | 0.0004% | — | 59.78% | +2.66 | #4383 |
| FY 2019-20 | 14.41 | 0.0007% | −9.88% | 90.29% | 13.96 | 0.0004% | +4.73% | 72.71% | +0.45 | #4545 |
| FY 2020-21 | 21.00 | 0.0010% | +45.73% | 97.40% | 15.93 | 0.0005% | +14.11% | 67.13% | +5.07 | #4122 |
| FY 2021-22 | 27.49 | 0.0009% | +30.90% | 88.02% | 20.79 | 0.0005% | +30.51% | 80.43% | +6.70 | #4148 |
| FY 2022-23 | 24.85 | 0.0007% | −9.60% | 89.81% | 31.64 | 0.0006% | +52.19% | 82.65% | −6.79 | #4409 |
| FY 2023-24 | 40.51 | 0.0011% | +63.02% | 94.03% | 44.38 | 0.0008% | +40.27% | 81.18% | −3.87 | #3813 |
| FY 2024-25 | 45.59 | 0.0012% | +12.54% | 95.60% | 61.68 | 0.0010% | +38.98% | 81.63% | −16.09 | #3745 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 19.08%/yr, imports 29.09%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28161010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 19.08% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28161010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 19.08% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹15.99 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹45.59 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28161010 ranked #3745 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28161010 ranks #3745 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2816, it ranks #1 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #9410 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28161010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28161010 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 63.02% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹16.09 Crore in HSN Code 28161010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹61.68 Cr exceeded exports of ₹45.59 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹16.09 Crore — ranking #9410 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 29.09% CAGR signals rising demand for Magnesium Hydroxide

India's imports under HSN Code 28161010 have grown at 29.09% CAGR, reaching ₹61.68 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28161010 contributes 95.60% of Sub-Chapter 2816 exports — ranked #1

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2816, HSN Code 28161010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 95.60% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 81.63% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2816

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 28161010: Magnesium Hydroxide (this hsn code) | ₹46 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28164000: Strontium/Barium Oxide/Hydroxide/Peroxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28164000/) | ₹2 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28161020: Magnesium Peroxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28161020/) | < ₹1 Crore |