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# HSN Code 28255000: Copper 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 : Copper oxides and hydroxides | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28255000 ?

It includes Copper Oxides & Hydroxides

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Copper 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 Copper 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 much GST applies to Copper Oxides & Hydroxides?

Under HSN 28255000, Copper 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 Copper 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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Copper 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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28255000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹79 Cr (+98.57% YoY) — 0.0022% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹34 Cr (+16.53% YoY) — 0.0006% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹45 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2233 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2825: 9.92% of its exports; import side 1.25%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2825: #4 of 22 by export value; import-side #14

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 20.44% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2983 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +98.57% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2825: 9.92% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28255000

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 | 25.95 | 0.0011% | — | 17.30% | 21.58 | 0.0006% | — | 1.18% | +4.37 | #3759 |
| FY 2019-20 | 25.03 | 0.0011% | −3.55% | 18.79% | 18.11 | 0.0005% | −16.08% | 1.23% | +6.92 | #3821 |
| FY 2020-21 | 30.74 | 0.0014% | +22.81% | 10.54% | 21.17 | 0.0007% | +16.90% | 1.52% | +9.57 | #3624 |
| FY 2021-22 | 48.84 | 0.0016% | +58.88% | 17.99% | 21.43 | 0.0005% | +1.23% | 0.89% | +27.41 | #3395 |
| FY 2022-23 | 53.79 | 0.0015% | +10.14% | 11.12% | 31.44 | 0.0005% | +46.71% | 0.94% | +22.35 | #3381 |
| FY 2023-24 | 39.89 | 0.0011% | −25.84% | 8.04% | 29.04 | 0.0005% | −7.63% | 1.15% | +10.85 | #3840 |
| FY 2024-25 | 79.21 | 0.0022% | +98.57% | 9.92% | 33.84 | 0.0006% | +16.53% | 1.25% | +45.37 | #2983 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 20.44%/yr, imports 7.79%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28255000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 20.44% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28255000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 20.44% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹25.95 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹79.21 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28255000 ranked #2983 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28255000 ranks #2983 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2825, it ranks #4 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #2233 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28255000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28255000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 98.57% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹45.37 Crore in HSN Code 28255000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹79.21 Cr exceeded imports of ₹33.84 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹45.37 Crore — ranking #2233 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 7.79% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Copper Oxides & Hydroxides

India's imports under HSN Code 28255000 have grown at 7.79% CAGR, reaching ₹33.84 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28255000 contributes 9.92% of Sub-Chapter 2825 exports — ranked #4

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2825, HSN Code 28255000 ranks #4 by export value — accounting for 9.92% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.25% share (rank #14).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28254000/) | ₹2 Cr |