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# HSN Code 28258000: Antimony Oxides

- [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 : Antimony oxides | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28258000 ?

It includes Antimony Oxides

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Antimony Oxides?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Antimony Oxides?

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 Antimony Oxides?

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 Antimony Oxides?

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 much GST applies to Antimony Oxides?

Under HSN 28258000, Antimony Oxides attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28258000 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹132 Cr (+272.14% YoY) — 0.0036% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹646 Cr (+46.46% YoY) — 0.0106% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹514 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11916 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2825: 16.48% of its exports; import side 23.76%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2825: #2 of 22 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 35.06% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2320 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +272.14% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2825: 16.48% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28258000

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 | 21.68 | 0.0009% | — | 14.45% | 179.06 | 0.0050% | — | 9.80% | −157.38 | #3997 |
| FY 2019-20 | 20.33 | 0.0009% | −6.23% | 15.27% | 161.56 | 0.0048% | −9.77% | 10.98% | −141.23 | #4078 |
| FY 2020-21 | 30.66 | 0.0014% | +50.81% | 10.51% | 181.57 | 0.0062% | +12.39% | 13.06% | −150.91 | #3625 |
| FY 2021-22 | 52.24 | 0.0017% | +70.38% | 19.24% | 293.30 | 0.0064% | +61.54% | 12.19% | −241.06 | #3309 |
| FY 2022-23 | 62.73 | 0.0017% | +20.08% | 12.97% | 439.11 | 0.0076% | +49.71% | 13.09% | −376.38 | #3172 |
| FY 2023-24 | 35.36 | 0.0010% | −43.63% | 7.13% | 440.83 | 0.0078% | +0.39% | 17.43% | −405.47 | #4025 |
| FY 2024-25 | 131.59 | 0.0036% | +272.14% | 16.48% | 645.66 | 0.0106% | +46.46% | 23.76% | −514.07 | #2320 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 35.06%/yr, imports 23.83%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28258000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 35.06% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28258000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 35.06% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹21.68 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹131.59 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28258000 ranked #2320 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28258000 ranks #2320 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2825, it ranks #2 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #11916 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28258000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28258000 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 272.14% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹514.07 Crore in HSN Code 28258000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹645.66 Cr exceeded exports of ₹131.59 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹514.07 Crore — ranking #11916 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 23.83% CAGR signals rising demand for Antimony Oxides

India's imports under HSN Code 28258000 have grown at 23.83% CAGR, reaching ₹645.66 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28258000 contributes 16.48% of Sub-Chapter 2825 exports — ranked #2

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2825, HSN Code 28258000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 16.48% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 23.76% share (rank #1).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |