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# HSN Code 28259040: Calcium Hydroxide

- [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 : Other : Calcium hydroxide | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28259040 ?

It includes Calcium Hydroxide

### Any common misclassification issue with Calcium Hydroxide?

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 Calcium 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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Calcium 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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Calcium Hydroxide?

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 Calcium Hydroxide?

Under HSN 28259040, Calcium Hydroxide attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28259040 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹13 Cr (+35.56% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹63 Cr (+1.70% YoY) — 0.0010% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹49 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #10237 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2825: 1.68% of its exports; import side 2.31%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2825: #6 of 22 by export value; import-side #11

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 15.01% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5412 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +138.10% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2825: 1.68% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28259040

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 | 5.80 | 0.0003% | — | 3.87% | 38.23 | 0.0011% | — | 2.09% | −32.43 | #5680 |
| FY 2019-20 | 5.23 | 0.0002% | −9.83% | 3.93% | 38.58 | 0.0012% | +0.92% | 2.62% | −33.35 | #5798 |
| FY 2020-21 | 6.34 | 0.0003% | +21.22% | 2.17% | 49.07 | 0.0017% | +27.19% | 3.53% | −42.73 | #5636 |
| FY 2021-22 | 4.41 | 0.0001% | −30.44% | 1.62% | 58.76 | 0.0013% | +19.75% | 2.44% | −54.35 | #6515 |
| FY 2022-23 | 10.50 | 0.0003% | +138.10% | 2.17% | 71.27 | 0.0012% | +21.29% | 2.13% | −60.77 | #5570 |
| FY 2023-24 | 9.90 | 0.0003% | −5.71% | 2.00% | 61.73 | 0.0011% | −13.39% | 2.44% | −51.83 | #5744 |
| FY 2024-25 | 13.42 | 0.0004% | +35.56% | 1.68% | 62.78 | 0.0010% | +1.70% | 2.31% | −49.36 | #5412 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 15.01%/yr, imports 8.62%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28259040 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 15.01% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28259040 have grown at a compound annual rate of 15.01% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹5.80 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹13.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28259040 ranked #5412 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28259040 ranks #5412 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2825, it ranks #6 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #10237 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28259040 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28259040 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 138.10% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹49.36 Crore in HSN Code 28259040 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹62.78 Cr exceeded exports of ₹13.42 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹49.36 Crore — ranking #10237 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 8.62% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Calcium Hydroxide

India's imports under HSN Code 28259040 have grown at 8.62% CAGR, reaching ₹62.78 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28259040 contributes 1.68% of Sub-Chapter 2825 exports — ranked #6

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2825, HSN Code 28259040 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 1.68% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 2.31% share (rank #11).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |