HSN Code 28161010: Magnesium Hydroxide

HSN Code 28161010 represents Magnesium Hydroxide under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Magnesium Hydroxide correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28161010, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Magnesium Hydroxide.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 28161010

HSN Code 28161010 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

INORGANIC BASES AND OXIDES,HYDROXIDES AND PEROXIDES OF METALS : Hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium : Hydroxide of magnesium

Chapter

28 - Inorganic chemicals, organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals,of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes

Sub Chapter

2816 - Hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium;oxides, hydroxides and peroxides, of strontium or barium

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 28161010 not include?

Magnesium Hydroxide does not include products with the following descriptions.

INORGANIC BASES AND OXIDES,HYDROXIDES AND PEROXIDES OF METALS : Hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium : Peroxide of magnesium

INORGANIC BASES AND OXIDES,HYDROXIDES AND PEROXIDES OF METALS : Oxides, hydroxides and peroxides,of strontium or barium

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 28161010 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹46 Cr

+12.54% vs FY 2023-24

0.0012% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹62 Cr

+38.98% vs FY 2023-24

0.0010% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹16 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #9410 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 2816

FY 2024-25

95.60%

Share of Sub-Chapter 2816’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 81.63% of Sub-Chapter 2816’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 2816

FY 2024-25

#1 of 3

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 2816

Import-side rank: #1 of 3

At a glance

19.08%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#3745

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+63.02%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

95.60%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2816

Share of Sub-Chapter 2816 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for 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 2018-19 Exp. Rank #4383

Balance

+2.66

Exports

15.99 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

YoY

90.80% of Sub-Ch. 2816

Imports

13.33 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

YoY

59.78% of Sub-Ch. 2816

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #4545

Balance

+0.45

Exports

14.41 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

−9.88% YoY

90.29% of Sub-Ch. 2816

Imports

13.96 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+4.73% YoY

72.71% of Sub-Ch. 2816

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #4122

Balance

+5.07

Exports

21.00 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

+45.73% YoY

97.40% of Sub-Ch. 2816

Imports

15.93 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+14.11% YoY

67.13% of Sub-Ch. 2816

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #4148

Balance

+6.70

Exports

27.49 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+30.90% YoY

88.02% of Sub-Ch. 2816

Imports

20.79 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+30.51% YoY

80.43% of Sub-Ch. 2816

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #4409

Balance

−6.79

Exports

24.85 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

−9.60% YoY

89.81% of Sub-Ch. 2816

Imports

31.64 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+52.19% YoY

82.65% of Sub-Ch. 2816

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #3813

Balance

−3.87

Exports

40.51 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

+63.02% YoY

94.03% of Sub-Ch. 2816

Imports

44.38 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

+40.27% YoY

81.18% of Sub-Ch. 2816

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #3745

Balance

−16.09

Exports

45.59 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

+12.54% YoY

95.60% of Sub-Ch. 2816

Imports

61.68 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

+38.98% YoY

81.63% of Sub-Ch. 2816

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

19.08% /yr

Imports

29.09% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 2816 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹47.69 Cr

Import

₹75.56 Cr

Trade Balance

−27.87

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

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).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 28161010 and GST compliance.

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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.