HSN Code 28273920: Mercurous Chloride

HSN Code 28273920 represents Mercurous Chloride under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Mercurous Chloride correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28273920, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Mercurous Chloride.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 28273920

HSN Code 28273920 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other chlorides : Other : Mercurous chloride

Chapter

28 - Inorganic chemicals, organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals,of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes

Sub Chapter

2827 - Chlorides, chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides; bromides and bromide oxides; iodides and iodide oxides

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 28273920 not include?

Mercurous Chloride does not include products with the following descriptions.

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other chlorides : Of magnesium

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other chlorides : Of aluminium

Chlorides, chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides; bromides and bromide oxides; iodides and iodide oxides - other chlorides : of iron

Chlorides, chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides; bromides and bromide oxides; iodides and iodide oxides - other chlorides : of cobalt

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other chlorides : Of nickel

Chlorides, chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides; bromides and bromide oxides; iodides and iodide oxides - other chlorides : of zinc

Chlorides, chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides; bromides and bromide oxides; iodides and iodide oxides - other chlorides : - other : mercuric chloride

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other chlorides : Other : Strontium chloride

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other chlorides : Other : Cuprous chloride

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other chlorides : Other : Other

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides : Of copper : Copper oxychloride

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides : Of copper : Other

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides : Other

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Bromides and bromide oxides : Bromides of sodium or of potassium : Bromides of sodium

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Bromides and bromide oxides : Bromides of sodium or of potassium : Bromides of potassium

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Bromides and bromide oxides : Other : Magnesium bromide

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Bromides and bromide oxides : Other : Other

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Iodides and iodide oxides : Potassium iodide

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Iodides and iodide oxides : Sodium iodide

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Iodides and iodide oxides : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 28273920 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

₹6 Cr

+2,023.08% vs FY 2023-24

0.0001% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

+900.00% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹5 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #3676 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 2827

FY 2024-25

0.19%

Share of Sub-Chapter 2827’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.01% of Sub-Chapter 2827’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 2827

FY 2024-25

#15 of 23

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 2827

Import-side rank: #17 of 23

At a glance

57.62%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#6483

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+2,023.08%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

0.19%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2827

Share of Sub-Chapter 2827 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 28273920

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #8417

Balance

−0.30

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.03% of Sub-Ch. 2827

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.14% of Sub-Ch. 2827

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #8373

Balance

+0.40

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+11.11% YoY

0.03% of Sub-Ch. 2827

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2827

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #9183

Balance

+0.11

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−72.50% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 2827

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2827

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #9749

Balance

+0.06

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−45.45% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2827

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2827

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8854

Balance

−1.01

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+566.67% YoY

0.02% of Sub-Ch. 2827

Imports

1.41 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

YoY

0.17% of Sub-Ch. 2827

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #9282

Balance

+0.25

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−35.00% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 2827

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−99.29% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2827

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #6483

Balance

+5.42

Exports

5.52 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+2,023.08% YoY

0.19% of Sub-Ch. 2827

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+900.00% YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 2827

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

57.62% /yr

Imports

−26.99% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Sub-Chapter 2827 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹2,919.59 Cr

Import

₹777.40 Cr

Trade Balance

+2,142.19

Peak export growth year Latest available data Not available YoY = change vs previous FY

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 28273920 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 57.62% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 28273920 have grown at a compound annual rate of 57.62% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.36 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹5.52 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 28273920 Ranked #6483 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28273920 ranks #6483 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2827, it ranks #15 of 23. By trade surplus, it ranks #3676 of 12657.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 28273920 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28273920 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 2,023.08% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹5.42 Crore in HSN Code 28273920 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹5.52 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.10 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹5.42 Crore — ranking #3676 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −26.99% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Mercurous Chloride

India's imports under HSN Code 28273920 have grown at −26.99% CAGR, reaching ₹0.10 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 28273920 Contributes 0.19% of Sub-Chapter 2827 Exports — Ranked #15

Among the 23 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2827, HSN Code 28273920 ranks #15 by export value — accounting for 0.19% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.01% share (rank #17).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 28273920 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 28273920 ?

It includes Mercurous Chloride

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Mercurous Chloride?

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.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Mercurous Chloride?

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

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Mercurous Chloride?

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.

Any common misclassification issue with Mercurous Chloride?

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

How should mixed supplies be billed when Mercurous Chloride is sold with other items?

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

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.