HSN Code 28220020: Cobalt Hydroxide

HSN Code 28220020 represents Cobalt Hydroxide under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cobalt Hydroxide correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28220020, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Cobalt Hydroxide.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 28220020

HSN Code 28220020 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

INORGANIC BASES AND OXIDES,HYDROXIDES AND PEROXIDES OF METALS : Cobalt oxides and hydroxides;commercial cobalt oxides : Cobalt hydroxides

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

2822 - Cobalt oxides and hydroxides;commercial cobalt oxides

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 28220020 not include?

Cobalt Hydroxide does not include products with the following descriptions.

INORGANIC BASES AND OXIDES,HYDROXIDES AND PEROXIDES OF METALS : Cobalt oxides and hydroxides;commercial cobalt oxides : Cobalt oxides

INORGANIC BASES AND OXIDES,HYDROXIDES AND PEROXIDES OF METALS : Cobalt oxides and hydroxides;commercial cobalt oxides : Commercial cobalt oxides

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 28220020 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

₹5 Cr

−33.54% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹34 Cr

+8.16% vs FY 2023-24

0.0006% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹29 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #9810 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 2822

FY 2024-25

40.07%

Share of Sub-Chapter 2822’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 42.20% of Sub-Chapter 2822’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 2822

FY 2024-25

#2 of 3

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 2822

Import-side rank: #2 of 3

At a glance

17.94%

Export CAGR

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

#6508

National Export Rank

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

+225.60%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

40.07%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2822

Share of Sub-Chapter 2822 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 28220020

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 #6943

Balance

−6.72

Exports

2.01 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

YoY

17.24% of Sub-Ch. 2822

Imports

8.73 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

YoY

16.57% of Sub-Ch. 2822

FY 2019-20

Balance

−8.29

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2822

Imports

8.29 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−5.04% YoY

15.32% of Sub-Ch. 2822

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #5731

Balance

−3.52

Exports

5.90 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

YoY

50.91% of Sub-Ch. 2822

Imports

9.42 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+13.63% YoY

22.79% of Sub-Ch. 2822

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #7228

Balance

−6.54

Exports

2.16 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−63.39% YoY

15.62% of Sub-Ch. 2822

Imports

8.70 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−7.64% YoY

11.62% of Sub-Ch. 2822

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #7191

Balance

−65.73

Exports

2.50 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+15.74% YoY

43.71% of Sub-Ch. 2822

Imports

68.23 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

+684.25% YoY

53.60% of Sub-Ch. 2822

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #5995

Balance

−23.47

Exports

8.14 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+225.60% YoY

68.29% of Sub-Ch. 2822

Imports

31.61 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

−53.67% YoY

33.02% of Sub-Ch. 2822

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #6508

Balance

−28.78

Exports

5.41 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−33.54% YoY

40.07% of Sub-Ch. 2822

Imports

34.19 ₹ Cr

0.0006% share

+8.16% YoY

42.20% of Sub-Ch. 2822

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

17.94% /yr

Imports

25.55% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 2822 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹13.50 Cr

Import

₹81.02 Cr

Trade Balance

−67.52

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 28220020 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 17.94% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 28220020 have grown at a compound annual rate of 17.94% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹2.01 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹5.41 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 28220020 Ranked #6508 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28220020 ranks #6508 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2822, it ranks #2 of 3. By trade surplus, it ranks #9810 of 12657.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 28220020 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28220020 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 225.60% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹28.78 Crore in HSN Code 28220020 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹34.19 Cr exceeded exports of ₹5.41 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹28.78 Crore — ranking #9810 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 25.55% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Cobalt Hydroxide

India's imports under HSN Code 28220020 have grown at 25.55% CAGR, reaching ₹34.19 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 28220020 Contributes 40.07% of Sub-Chapter 2822 Exports — Ranked #2

Among the 3 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2822, HSN Code 28220020 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 40.07% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 42.20% share (rank #2).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 28220020 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 28220020 ?

It includes Cobalt Hydroxide

How should mixed supplies be billed when Cobalt Hydroxide is sold with other items?

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

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Cobalt 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.

Any common misclassification issue with Cobalt Hydroxide?

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

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Cobalt Hydroxide?

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 Cobalt 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.

How much GST applies to Cobalt Hydroxide?

Under HSN 28220020, Cobalt Hydroxide attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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.