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# HSN Code 28191000: Chromium Trioxide

- [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 2819: Chromium oxides & hydroxides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2819/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| INORGANIC BASES AND OXIDES,HYDROXIDES AND PEROXIDES OF METALS : Chromium trioxide | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28191000 ?

It includes Chromium Trioxide

### Any common misclassification issue with Chromium Trioxide?

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 Chromium Trioxide?

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 Chromium Trioxide?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Chromium Trioxide is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Chromium Trioxide; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Chromium Trioxide?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28191000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹138 Cr (+21.89% YoY) — 0.0037% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹70 Cr (+1.78% YoY) — 0.0011% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹68 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1917 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2819: 55.24% of its exports; import side 65.45%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2819: #1 of 2 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 27.53% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2264 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +117.64% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2819: 55.24% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28191000

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. 2819 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2819 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 32.03 | 0.0014% | — | 44.11% | 81.35 | 0.0023% | — | 71.12% | −49.32 | #3485 |
| FY 2019-20 | 41.91 | 0.0019% | +30.85% | 52.13% | 50.32 | 0.0015% | −38.14% | 54.57% | −8.41 | #3144 |
| FY 2020-21 | 52.16 | 0.0024% | +24.46% | 59.38% | 46.41 | 0.0016% | −7.77% | 51.98% | +5.75 | #2865 |
| FY 2021-22 | 113.52 | 0.0036% | +117.64% | 56.93% | 62.44 | 0.0014% | +34.54% | 58.31% | +51.08 | #2240 |
| FY 2022-23 | 132.20 | 0.0037% | +16.46% | 65.31% | 80.52 | 0.0014% | +28.96% | 62.12% | +51.68 | #2195 |
| FY 2023-24 | 113.04 | 0.0031% | −14.49% | 53.90% | 68.60 | 0.0012% | −14.80% | 63.52% | +44.44 | #2417 |
| FY 2024-25 | 137.78 | 0.0037% | +21.89% | 55.24% | 69.82 | 0.0011% | +1.78% | 65.45% | +67.96 | #2264 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 27.53%/yr, imports -2.52%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28191000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 27.53% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28191000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 27.53% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹32.03 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹137.78 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28191000 ranked #2264 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28191000 ranks #2264 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2819, it ranks #1 of 2. By trade surplus, it ranks #1917 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28191000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28191000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 117.64% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹67.96 Crore in HSN Code 28191000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹137.78 Cr exceeded imports of ₹69.82 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹67.96 Crore — ranking #1917 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -2.52% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Chromium Trioxide

India's imports under HSN Code 28191000 have grown at -2.52% CAGR, reaching ₹69.82 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28191000 contributes 55.24% of Sub-Chapter 2819 exports — ranked #1

Among the 2 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2819, HSN Code 28191000 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 55.24% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 65.45% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2819

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 28191000: Chromium Trioxide (this hsn code) | ₹138 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28199000: Inorganic bases and oxides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28199000/) | ₹112 Cr |