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# HSN Code 28281090: Other Calcium Hypochlorites

- [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 2828: Navigational instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2828/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Commercial calcium hypochlorite and other calcium hypochlorites : Other | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28281090 ?

It includes Other Calcium Hypochlorites

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Calcium Hypochlorites?

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 Calcium Hypochlorites?

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

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other Calcium Hypochlorites is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Calcium Hypochlorites?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Calcium Hypochlorites?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28281090 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹89 Cr (−48.22% YoY) — 0.0024% of India's total exports
- Imports: < ₹1 Crore (+485.71% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹88 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1695 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2828: 39.25% of its exports; import side 0.26%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2828: #2 of 10 by export value; import-side #4

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 6.48% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2839 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +191.08% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2828: 39.25% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28281090

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. 2828 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2828 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 60.83 | 0.0027% | — | 47.98% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.08% | +60.77 | #2600 |
| FY 2019-20 | 65.67 | 0.0030% | +7.96% | 45.76% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | 0.00% | 0.10% | +65.61 | #2526 |
| FY 2020-21 | 77.45 | 0.0036% | +17.94% | 47.81% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +116.67% | 0.17% | +77.32 | #2362 |
| FY 2021-22 | 91.41 | 0.0029% | +18.02% | 46.37% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +61.54% | 0.24% | +91.20 | #2542 |
| FY 2022-23 | 266.08 | 0.0073% | +191.08% | 68.30% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −47.62% | 0.08% | +265.97 | #1442 |
| FY 2023-24 | 171.21 | 0.0047% | −35.65% | 57.42% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −36.36% | 0.05% | +171.14 | #1952 |
| FY 2024-25 | 88.65 | 0.0024% | −48.22% | 39.25% | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +485.71% | 0.26% | +88.24 | #2839 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 6.48%/yr, imports 37.75%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28281090 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 6.48% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28281090 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.48% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹60.83 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹88.65 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28281090 ranked #2839 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28281090 ranks #2839 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2828, it ranks #2 of 10. By trade surplus, it ranks #1695 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28281090 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28281090 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 191.08% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹88.24 Crore in HSN Code 28281090 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹88.65 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.41 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹88.24 Crore — ranking #1695 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 37.75% CAGR signals rising demand for Other Calcium Hypochlorites

India's imports under HSN Code 28281090 have grown at 37.75% CAGR, reaching ₹0.41 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28281090 contributes 39.25% of Sub-Chapter 2828 exports — ranked #2

Among the 10 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2828, HSN Code 28281090 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 39.25% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.26% share (rank #4).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2828

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28281010: Rock Salt](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28281010/) | ₹124 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 28281090: Other Calcium Hypochlorites (this hsn code) | ₹89 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28289030: Sodium Chlorite](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28289030/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 28289019: Sodium hypochlorites](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28289019/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 28289090: Other Salts and Peroxysalts](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28289090/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 28289011: Sodium Hypochlorite Bleach](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28289011/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #7 | [HSN Code 28289020: Potassium Hypochlorites](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28289020/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #8 | [HSN Code 28289060: Other Hypochlorite Bleach](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28289060/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 28289040: Aluminium Chlorite](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28289040/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 28289050: Salts & Peroxysalts: Hypobromites](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28289050/) | Nil |