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# HSN Code 28291100: Sodium Chlorate

- [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 2829: Chlorates and bromates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2829/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Chlorates : Of sodium | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28291100 ?

It includes Sodium Chlorate

### Any common misclassification issue with Sodium Chlorate?

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

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

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Sodium Chlorate is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Sodium Chlorate?

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.

### How much GST applies to Sodium Chlorate?

Under HSN 28291100, Sodium Chlorate attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28291100 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore (−82.61% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹154 Cr (−7.65% YoY) — 0.0025% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹153 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11119 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2829: 0.03% of its exports; import side 94.67%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2829: #6 of 8 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -11.28% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #9416 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +784.62% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2829: 0.03% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28291100

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. 2829 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2829 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 0.17% | 58.84 | 0.0016% | — | 84.78% | −58.43 | #8328 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −85.37% | 0.02% | 112.54 | 0.0034% | +91.26% | 93.39% | −112.48 | #9399 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −16.67% | 0.02% | 51.18 | 0.0018% | −54.52% | 75.72% | −51.13 | #9546 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +580.00% | 0.13% | 68.22 | 0.0015% | +33.29% | 92.43% | −67.88 | #8858 |
| FY 2022-23 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −61.76% | 0.03% | 147.20 | 0.0026% | +115.77% | 96.51% | −147.07 | #9522 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1.15 | 0.0000% | +784.62% | 0.24% | 166.34 | 0.0030% | +13.00% | 96.05% | −165.19 | #8120 |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −82.61% | 0.03% | 153.61 | 0.0025% | −7.65% | 94.67% | −153.41 | #9416 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -11.28%/yr, imports 17.34%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28291100 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -11.28% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28291100 have declined at a compound annual rate of -11.28% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹0.41 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.20 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28291100 ranked #9416 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28291100 ranks #9416 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2829, it ranks #6 of 8. By trade surplus, it ranks #11119 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28291100 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28291100 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 784.62% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹153.41 Crore in HSN Code 28291100 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹153.61 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.20 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹153.41 Crore — ranking #11119 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 17.34% CAGR signals rising demand for Sodium Chlorate

India's imports under HSN Code 28291100 have grown at 17.34% CAGR, reaching ₹153.61 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28291100 contributes 0.03% of Sub-Chapter 2829 exports — ranked #6

Among the 8 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2829, HSN Code 28291100 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 0.03% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 94.67% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2829

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28299030: Iodates and Periodates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28299030/) | ₹504 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28299010: Salts & Peroxysalts: Perchlorates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28299010/) | ₹57 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28291920: Potassium Chlorate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28291920/) | ₹33 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 28299020: Bromates and Perbromates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28299020/) | ₹14 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 28291990: Other Chlorates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28291990/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #6 | HSN Code 28291100: Sodium Chlorate (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 28291910: Barium Chlorate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28291910/) | Nil |
| — | [HSN Code 28291930: Magnesium Chlorate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28291930/) | Nil |