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# HSN Code 28211020: Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride

- [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 2821: Iron oxides & earth colours](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2821/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| INORGANIC BASES AND OXIDES,HYDROXIDES AND PEROXIDES OF METALS : Iron oxides and hydroxides : Iron hydroxides | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28211020 ?

It includes Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride?

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.

### How much GST applies to Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride?

Under HSN 28211020, Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride?

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28211020 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹56 Cr (+17.52% YoY) — 0.0015% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹8 Cr (+136.86% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹49 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2193 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2821: 20.99% of its exports; import side 2.79%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2821: #2 of 3 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 19.03% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #3460 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +64.23% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2821: 20.99% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28211020

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. 2821 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2821 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 19.81 | 0.0009% | — | 25.76% | 3.08 | 0.0001% | — | 1.20% | +16.73 | #4121 |
| FY 2019-20 | 31.19 | 0.0014% | +57.45% | 33.41% | 2.14 | 0.0001% | −30.52% | 1.01% | +29.05 | #3549 |
| FY 2020-21 | 29.25 | 0.0014% | −6.22% | 28.63% | 2.60 | 0.0001% | +21.50% | 1.19% | +26.65 | #3692 |
| FY 2021-22 | 34.27 | 0.0011% | +17.16% | 22.77% | 4.41 | 0.0001% | +69.62% | 1.85% | +29.86 | #3871 |
| FY 2022-23 | 56.28 | 0.0016% | +64.23% | 25.79% | 2.73 | 0.0000% | −38.10% | 0.97% | +53.55 | #3318 |
| FY 2023-24 | 47.94 | 0.0013% | −14.82% | 21.77% | 3.31 | 0.0001% | +21.25% | 1.23% | +44.63 | #3594 |
| FY 2024-25 | 56.34 | 0.0015% | +17.52% | 20.99% | 7.84 | 0.0001% | +136.86% | 2.79% | +48.50 | #3460 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 19.03%/yr, imports 16.85%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28211020 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 19.03% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28211020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 19.03% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹19.81 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹56.34 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28211020 ranked #3460 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28211020 ranks #3460 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2821, it ranks #2 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #2193 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28211020 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28211020 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 64.23% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹48.50 Crore in HSN Code 28211020 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹56.34 Cr exceeded imports of ₹7.84 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹48.50 Crore — ranking #2193 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 16.85% CAGR signals rising demand for Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride

India's imports under HSN Code 28211020 have grown at 16.85% CAGR, reaching ₹7.84 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28211020 contributes 20.99% of Sub-Chapter 2821 exports — ranked #2

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2821, HSN Code 28211020 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 20.99% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.79% share (rank #2).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2821

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28211010: Fluorides: Calcium Fluoride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28211010/) | ₹201 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 28211020: Fluorides: Sodium Fluoride (this hsn code) | ₹56 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28212000: Earth Colours: Inorganic Bases, Oxides, Hydroxides, Peroxides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28212000/) | ₹11 Cr |