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# HSN Code 28289030: Sodium Chlorite

- [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 : Other : Sodium chlorite | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28289030 ?

It includes Sodium Chlorite

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Sodium Chlorite?

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 Sodium Chlorite?

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 Sodium Chlorite is sold with other items?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Sodium Chlorite?

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 Sodium Chlorite?

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 28289030 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹6 Cr (−62.93% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹154 Cr (+1.62% YoY) — 0.0025% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹148 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11088 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2828: 2.80% of its exports; import side 97.55%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2828: #3 of 10 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 12.61% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #6345 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +131.04% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2828: 2.80% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28289030

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 | 3.10 | 0.0001% | — | 2.45% | 69.07 | 0.0019% | — | 97.47% | −65.97 | #6423 |
| FY 2019-20 | 6.14 | 0.0003% | +98.06% | 4.28% | 55.05 | 0.0016% | −20.30% | 91.20% | −48.91 | #5603 |
| FY 2020-21 | 5.50 | 0.0003% | −10.42% | 3.40% | 68.67 | 0.0024% | +24.74% | 88.06% | −63.17 | #5826 |
| FY 2021-22 | 6.83 | 0.0002% | +24.18% | 3.46% | 84.68 | 0.0019% | +23.31% | 95.72% | −77.85 | #5965 |
| FY 2022-23 | 15.78 | 0.0004% | +131.04% | 4.05% | 143.65 | 0.0025% | +69.64% | 98.28% | −127.87 | #4996 |
| FY 2023-24 | 17.05 | 0.0005% | +8.05% | 5.72% | 151.37 | 0.0027% | +5.37% | 98.06% | −134.32 | #4984 |
| FY 2024-25 | 6.32 | 0.0002% | −62.93% | 2.80% | 153.82 | 0.0025% | +1.62% | 97.55% | −147.50 | #6345 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 12.61%/yr, imports 14.28%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28289030 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 12.61% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28289030 have grown at a compound annual rate of 12.61% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3.10 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹6.32 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28289030 ranked #6345 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28289030 ranks #6345 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2828, it ranks #3 of 10. By trade surplus, it ranks #11088 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28289030 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28289030 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 131.04% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹147.50 Crore in HSN Code 28289030 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹153.82 Cr exceeded exports of ₹6.32 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹147.50 Crore — ranking #11088 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 14.28% CAGR signals rising demand for Sodium Chlorite

India's imports under HSN Code 28289030 have grown at 14.28% CAGR, reaching ₹153.82 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28289030 contributes 2.80% of Sub-Chapter 2828 exports — ranked #3

Among the 10 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2828, HSN Code 28289030 ranks #3 by export value — accounting for 2.80% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 97.55% share (rank #1).

## 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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28281090/) | ₹89 Cr |
| #3 | HSN Code 28289030: Sodium Chlorite (this hsn code) | ₹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 |