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# HSN Code 28257010: Molybdenum 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 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 : Molybdenum oxides and hydroxides : Molybdenum trioxide | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28257010 ?

It includes Molybdenum Trioxide

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Molybdenum 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 Molybdenum 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 Molybdenum Trioxide is sold with other items?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Molybdenum Trioxide?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Molybdenum 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 28257010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹408 Cr (+51.46% YoY) — 0.0111% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹29 Cr (+51.21% YoY) — 0.0005% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹379 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #783 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2825: 51.07% of its exports; import side 1.06%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2825: #1 of 22 by export value; import-side #15

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 269.58% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1174 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +9,783.33% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2825: 51.07% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28257010

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 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.11% | 10.40 | 0.0003% | — | 0.57% | −10.24 | #8947 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +200.00% | 0.36% | 14.17 | 0.0004% | +36.25% | 0.96% | −13.69 | #8222 |
| FY 2020-21 | 47.44 | 0.0022% | +9,783.33% | 16.26% | 18.74 | 0.0006% | +32.25% | 1.35% | +28.70 | #3021 |
| FY 2021-22 | 49.17 | 0.0016% | +3.65% | 18.11% | 22.74 | 0.0005% | +21.34% | 0.95% | +26.43 | #3384 |
| FY 2022-23 | 151.34 | 0.0042% | +207.79% | 31.29% | 3.10 | 0.0001% | −86.37% | 0.09% | +148.24 | #2044 |
| FY 2023-24 | 269.19 | 0.0074% | +77.87% | 54.26% | 19.04 | 0.0003% | +514.19% | 0.75% | +250.15 | #1478 |
| FY 2024-25 | 407.72 | 0.0111% | +51.46% | 51.07% | 28.79 | 0.0005% | +51.21% | 1.06% | +378.93 | #1174 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 269.58%/yr, imports 18.50%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28257010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 269.58% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28257010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 269.58% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.16 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹407.72 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28257010 ranked #1174 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28257010 ranks #1174 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2825, it ranks #1 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #783 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28257010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28257010 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 9,783.33% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹378.93 Crore in HSN Code 28257010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹407.72 Cr exceeded imports of ₹28.79 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹378.93 Crore — ranking #783 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 18.50% CAGR signals rising demand for Molybdenum Trioxide

India's imports under HSN Code 28257010 have grown at 18.50% CAGR, reaching ₹28.79 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28257010 contributes 51.07% of Sub-Chapter 2825 exports — ranked #1

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2825, HSN Code 28257010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 51.07% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.06% share (rank #15).

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