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# HSN Code 28254000: Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides

- [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 2825: Hydrazine & inorganic salts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2825/)

## GST rates

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

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28254000 ?

It includes Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides

### Any common misclassification issue with Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides?

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

### How much GST applies to Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides?

Under HSN 28254000, Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides?

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 Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides?

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 Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides?

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 Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28254000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (−53.79% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹154 Cr (−55.99% YoY) — 0.0025% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹153 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11116 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2825: 0.24% of its exports; import side 5.68%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2825: #10 of 22 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -14.56% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7650 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,041.47% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2825: 0.24% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28254000

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. 2825 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2825 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 4.86 | 0.0002% | — | 3.24% | 72.34 | 0.0020% | — | 3.96% | −67.48 | #5894 |
| FY 2019-20 | 8.97 | 0.0004% | +84.57% | 6.74% | 42.41 | 0.0013% | −41.37% | 2.88% | −33.44 | #5154 |
| FY 2020-21 | 102.39 | 0.0048% | +1,041.47% | 35.09% | 51.35 | 0.0018% | +21.08% | 3.69% | +51.04 | #2042 |
| FY 2021-22 | 9.34 | 0.0003% | −90.88% | 3.44% | 56.71 | 0.0012% | +10.44% | 2.36% | −47.37 | #5575 |
| FY 2022-23 | 10.34 | 0.0003% | +10.71% | 2.14% | 420.32 | 0.0073% | +641.17% | 12.53% | −409.98 | #5593 |
| FY 2023-24 | 4.09 | 0.0001% | −60.44% | 0.82% | 351.02 | 0.0063% | −16.49% | 13.88% | −346.93 | #6814 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.89 | 0.0001% | −53.79% | 0.24% | 154.48 | 0.0025% | −55.99% | 5.68% | −152.59 | #7650 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -14.56%/yr, imports 13.48%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28254000 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -14.56% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28254000 have declined at a compound annual rate of -14.56% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹4.86 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.89 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28254000 ranked #7650 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28254000 ranks #7650 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2825, it ranks #10 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #11116 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28254000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28254000 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 1,041.47% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹152.59 Crore in HSN Code 28254000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹154.48 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.89 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹152.59 Crore — ranking #11116 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 13.48% CAGR signals rising demand for Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides

India's imports under HSN Code 28254000 have grown at 13.48% CAGR, reaching ₹154.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28254000 contributes 0.24% of Sub-Chapter 2825 exports — ranked #10

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2825, HSN Code 28254000 ranks #10 by export value — accounting for 0.24% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 5.68% share (rank #8).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2825

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28257010: Molybdenum Trioxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28257010/) | ₹408 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28258000: Antimony Oxides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28258000/) | ₹132 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28259090: Other Inorganic Oxides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28259090/) | ₹129 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 28255000: Copper Oxides & Hydroxides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28255000/) | ₹79 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 28252000: Lithium Oxide & Hydroxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28252000/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 28259040: Calcium Hydroxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28259040/) | ₹13 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 28251040: Hydroxylamine Sulphate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28251040/) | ₹10 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 28251090: Other Hydrazine Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28251090/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 28259020: Cadmium Oxide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28259020/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #10 | HSN Code 28254000: Nickel Oxides & Hydroxides (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |