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# HSN Code 28259090: Other Inorganic 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 : Other : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28259090 ?

It includes Other Inorganic Oxides

### How much GST applies to Other Inorganic Oxides?

Under HSN 28259090, Other Inorganic Oxides attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Inorganic 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 should mixed supplies be billed when Other Inorganic Oxides is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Inorganic 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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Inorganic Oxides?

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

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

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28259090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹129 Cr (+80.59% YoY) — 0.0035% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹161 Cr (+25.36% YoY) — 0.0027% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹33 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9914 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2825: 16.10% of its exports; import side 5.93%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2825: #3 of 22 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 14.48% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2353 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +80.59% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2825: 16.10% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28259090

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 | 57.10 | 0.0025% | — | 38.06% | 96.27 | 0.0027% | — | 5.27% | −39.17 | #2694 |
| FY 2019-20 | 37.14 | 0.0017% | −34.96% | 27.89% | 88.66 | 0.0026% | −7.90% | 6.03% | −51.52 | #3304 |
| FY 2020-21 | 39.60 | 0.0018% | +6.62% | 13.57% | 98.63 | 0.0034% | +11.25% | 7.10% | −59.03 | #3276 |
| FY 2021-22 | 55.50 | 0.0018% | +40.15% | 20.44% | 483.80 | 0.0106% | +390.52% | 20.11% | −428.30 | #3220 |
| FY 2022-23 | 55.43 | 0.0015% | −0.13% | 11.46% | 133.16 | 0.0023% | −72.48% | 3.97% | −77.73 | #3334 |
| FY 2023-24 | 71.19 | 0.0020% | +28.43% | 14.35% | 128.61 | 0.0023% | −3.42% | 5.09% | −57.42 | #3054 |
| FY 2024-25 | 128.56 | 0.0035% | +80.59% | 16.10% | 161.23 | 0.0027% | +25.36% | 5.93% | −32.67 | #2353 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 14.48%/yr, imports 8.97%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28259090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 14.48% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28259090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 14.48% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹57.10 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹128.56 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28259090 ranked #2353 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28259090 ranks #2353 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2825, it ranks #3 of 22. By trade surplus, it ranks #9914 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28259090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28259090 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 80.59% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹32.67 Crore in HSN Code 28259090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹161.23 Cr exceeded exports of ₹128.56 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹32.67 Crore — ranking #9914 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 8.97% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Inorganic Oxides

India's imports under HSN Code 28259090 have grown at 8.97% CAGR, reaching ₹161.23 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28259090 contributes 16.10% of Sub-Chapter 2825 exports — ranked #3

Among the 22 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2825, HSN Code 28259090 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 16.10% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 5.93% share (rank #7).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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 |