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# HSN Code 28273940: Cuprous Chloride

- [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 2827: Chlorides & bromides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2827/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other chlorides : Other : Cuprous chloride | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28273940 ?

It includes Cuprous Chloride

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Cuprous 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 Cuprous Chloride?

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 Cuprous 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 much GST applies to Cuprous Chloride?

Under HSN 28273940, Cuprous Chloride attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28273940 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹105 Cr (+36.05% YoY) — 0.0028% of India's total exports
- Imports: Nil — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹105 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1575 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2827: 3.59% of its exports; import side 0.00%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2827: #8 of 23 by export value

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 6.68% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2598 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +75.00% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2827: 3.59% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28273940

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. 2827 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2827 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 71.14 | 0.0031% | — | 5.17% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +71.13 | #2402 |
| FY 2019-20 | 51.06 | 0.0023% | −28.23% | 3.39% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +51.06 | #2844 |
| FY 2020-21 | 65.01 | 0.0030% | +27.32% | 4.44% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +64.99 | #2575 |
| FY 2021-22 | 113.77 | 0.0036% | +75.00% | 6.07% | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | +113.77 | #2237 |
| FY 2022-23 | 83.98 | 0.0023% | −26.18% | 3.17% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +83.98 | #2779 |
| FY 2023-24 | 77.08 | 0.0021% | −8.22% | 2.97% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +77.08 | #2925 |
| FY 2024-25 | 104.87 | 0.0028% | +36.05% | 3.59% | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | +104.87 | #2598 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 6.68%/yr, imports —/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28273940 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 6.68% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28273940 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.68% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹71.14 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹104.87 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28273940 ranked #2598 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28273940 ranks #2598 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2827, it ranks #8 of 23. By trade surplus, it ranks #1575 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28273940 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28273940 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 75.00% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹104.87 Crore in HSN Code 28273940 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹104.87 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹104.87 Crore — ranking #1575 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### HSN Code 28273940 contributes 3.59% of Sub-Chapter 2827 exports — ranked #8

Among the 23 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2827, HSN Code 28273940 ranks #8 by export value — accounting for 3.59% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2827

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28274900: Other Chloride Oxides & Hydroxides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28274900/) | ₹723 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28273200: Aluminium Chloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28273200/) | ₹452 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28273990: Other Chlorides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28273990/) | ₹400 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 28276010: Potassium Iodide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28276010/) | ₹317 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 28275990: Other Bromides and Bromide Oxides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28275990/) | ₹293 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 28274110: Copper Oxychloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28274110/) | ₹178 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 28272000: Calcium Chloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28272000/) | ₹141 Cr |
| #8 | HSN Code 28273940: Cuprous Chloride (this hsn code) | ₹105 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 28276020: Sodium Iodide](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28276020/) | ₹85 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 28276090: Other Iodides/Iodide Oxides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28276090/) | ₹77 Cr |