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HSN Code 28289020: Potassium Hypochlorites

HSN Code 28289020 represents Potassium Hypochlorites under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Potassium Hypochlorites correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28289020, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Potassium Hypochlorites.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 28289020

HSN Code 28289020 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other : Potassium hypochlorites

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

2828 - Hypochlorites; commercial calcium hypochlorites; chlorites; hypobromites

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 28289020 not include?

Potassium Hypochlorites does not include products with the following descriptions.

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Commercial calcium hypochlorite and other calcium hypochlorites : Commercial calcium hypochlorite (bleaching paste or powder)

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Commercial calcium hypochlorite and other calcium hypochlorites : Other

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other : Sodium hypochlorites : Bleaching paste or powder

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other : Sodium hypochlorites : Other

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other : Sodium chlorite

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other : Aluminium chlorite

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

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other : Bleaching paste or powder of other hypochlorites

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 28289020 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

No exports or imports were recorded under HSN Code 28289020 in FY 2025-26. Figures for FY 2024-25 and earlier years are in the table below.

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 28289020

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

FY 2019-20

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

FY 2020-21

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

FY 2021-22

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

FY 2022-23

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #9929

Balance

+0.07

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.02% of Sub-Ch. 2828

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #10034

Balance

+0.03

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−28.57% YoY

0.02% of Sub-Ch. 2828

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.01% of Sub-Ch. 2828

FY 2025-26

Balance

0.00

Exports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2828

Sub-Chapter 2828 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹259.06 Cr

Import

₹210.07 Cr

Trade Balance

+48.99

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 28289020 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 28289020 ?

It includes Potassium Hypochlorites

Any common misclassification issue with Potassium Hypochlorites?

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 Potassium Hypochlorites?

Under HSN 28289020, Potassium Hypochlorites attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Potassium Hypochlorites?

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

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Potassium 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.

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Potassium 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.

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