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# HSN Code 28181000: Artificial Corundum

- [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 2818: Artificial corundum & alumina](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2818/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| INORGANIC BASES AND OXIDES,HYDROXIDES AND PEROXIDES OF METALS : Artificial corundum, whether or not chemically defined | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28181000 ?

It includes Artificial Corundum

### Any common misclassification issue with Artificial Corundum?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Artificial Corundum?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Artificial Corundum?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Artificial Corundum?

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 Artificial Corundum?

Under HSN 28181000, Artificial Corundum attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28181000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹76 Cr (+43.57% YoY) — 0.0021% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹192 Cr (+27.57% YoY) — 0.0032% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹116 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10908 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2818: 0.63% of its exports; import side 1.78%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2818: #5 of 6 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 28.35% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3038 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +224.51% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2818: 0.63% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28181000

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. 2818 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2818 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 16.93 | 0.0007% | — | 0.34% | 51.53 | 0.0014% | — | 0.49% | −34.60 | #4308 |
| FY 2019-20 | 22.49 | 0.0010% | +32.84% | 0.69% | 43.57 | 0.0013% | −15.45% | 0.84% | −21.08 | #3963 |
| FY 2020-21 | 18.19 | 0.0008% | −19.12% | 0.61% | 53.16 | 0.0018% | +22.01% | 0.89% | −34.97 | #4323 |
| FY 2021-22 | 43.77 | 0.0014% | +140.63% | 0.89% | 60.33 | 0.0013% | +13.49% | 0.71% | −16.56 | #3548 |
| FY 2022-23 | 142.04 | 0.0039% | +224.51% | 2.10% | 173.61 | 0.0030% | +187.77% | 1.84% | −31.57 | #2123 |
| FY 2023-24 | 52.72 | 0.0015% | −62.88% | 0.79% | 150.31 | 0.0027% | −13.42% | 1.70% | −97.59 | #3454 |
| FY 2024-25 | 75.69 | 0.0021% | +43.57% | 0.63% | 191.75 | 0.0032% | +27.57% | 1.78% | −116.06 | #3038 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 28.35%/yr, imports 24.48%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28181000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 28.35% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28181000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 28.35% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹16.93 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹75.69 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28181000 ranked #3038 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28181000 ranks #3038 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2818, it ranks #5 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #10908 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28181000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28181000 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 224.51% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹116.06 Crore in HSN Code 28181000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹191.75 Cr exceeded exports of ₹75.69 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹116.06 Crore — ranking #10908 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 24.48% CAGR signals rising demand for Artificial Corundum

India's imports under HSN Code 28181000 have grown at 24.48% CAGR, reaching ₹191.75 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28181000 contributes 0.63% of Sub-Chapter 2818 exports — ranked #5

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2818, HSN Code 28181000 ranks #5 by export value — accounting for 0.63% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.78% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2818

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28182011: Calcined Alumina (Metallurgical Grade)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28182011/) | ₹11,021 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28182019: Calcined Alumina (Non-Metallurgical Grade)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28182019/) | ₹575 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28183000: Aluminium Hydroxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28183000/) | ₹322 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 28182090: Other Aluminium Oxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28182090/) | ₹87 Cr |
| #5 | HSN Code 28181000: Artificial Corundum (this hsn code) | ₹76 Cr |
| — | [HSN Code 28182010: Calcined Alumina](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28182010/) | Nil |