HSN Code 28321020: Sodium Hydrosulphite

HSN Code 28321020 represents Sodium Hydrosulphite under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Sodium Hydrosulphite correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28321020, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Sodium Hydrosulphite.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 28321020

HSN Code 28321020 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Sodium sulphites : Sodium hydrosulphite

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

2832 - Sulphites; thiosulphates

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 28321020 not include?

Sodium Hydrosulphite does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 28321010

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Sodium sulphites : Sodium bisulphite

HSN Code 28321090

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

HSN Code 28322010

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other sulphites : Potassium metabisulphite

HSN Code 28322020

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Other sulphites : Magnesium sulphite

HSN Code 28322090

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

HSN Code 28323010

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Thiosulphates : Sodium thiosulphate (hypo)

HSN Code 28323020

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Thiosulphates : Magnesium thiosulphate

HSN Code 28323090

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

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 28321020 in FY 2024-25

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

−32.00% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

−94.25% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−< ₹1 Crore

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #7438 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 2832

FY 2024-25

0.09%

Share of Sub-Chapter 2832’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.40% of Sub-Chapter 2832’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 2832

FY 2024-25

#7 of 9

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 2832

Import-side rank: #7 of 9

At a glance

−12.55%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years

#9502

National Export Rank

of 12657 HSN codes by export value, FY 2024-25

+8,500.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2021-22 · strongest single-year move

0.09%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2832

Share of Sub-Chapter 2832 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 28321020

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #8380

Balance

−7.38

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.27% of Sub-Ch. 2832

Imports

7.76 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

— YoY

11.09% of Sub-Ch. 2832

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #8687

Balance

−2.51

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−34.21% YoY

0.18% of Sub-Ch. 2832

Imports

2.76 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−64.43% YoY

4.00% of Sub-Ch. 2832

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #9824

Balance

−1.32

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−92.00% YoY

0.02% of Sub-Ch. 2832

Imports

1.34 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−51.45% YoY

1.97% of Sub-Ch. 2832

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #7474

Balance

+1.72

Exports

1.72 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+8,500.00% YoY

1.37% of Sub-Ch. 2832

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Sub-Ch. 2832

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #8523

Balance

−0.13

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−64.53% YoY

0.32% of Sub-Ch. 2832

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.77% of Sub-Ch. 2832

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #9307

Balance

−5.49

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−59.02% YoY

0.12% of Sub-Ch. 2832

Imports

5.74 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+675.68% YoY

7.65% of Sub-Ch. 2832

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9502

Balance

−0.16

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−32.00% YoY

0.09% of Sub-Ch. 2832

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−94.25% YoY

0.40% of Sub-Ch. 2832

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−12.55% /yr

Imports

−40.92% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 2832 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹185.69 Cr

Import

₹82.19 Cr

Trade Balance

+103.50

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 28321020 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −12.55% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 28321020 have declined at a compound annual rate of −12.55% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹0.38 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.17 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 28321020 Ranked #9502 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28321020 ranks #9502 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2832, it ranks #7 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #7438 of 12657.

FY 2021-22 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 28321020 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28321020 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 8,500.00% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹0.16 Crore in HSN Code 28321020 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹0.33 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.17 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.16 Crore — ranking #7438 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −40.92% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Sodium Hydrosulphite

India's imports under HSN Code 28321020 have grown at −40.92% CAGR, reaching ₹0.33 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 28321020 Contributes 0.09% of Sub-Chapter 2832 Exports — Ranked #7

Among the 9 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2832, HSN Code 28321020 ranks #7 by export value — accounting for 0.09% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.40% share (rank #7).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 28321020 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 28321020 ?

It includes Sodium Hydrosulphite

Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Sodium Hydrosulphite?

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.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Sodium Hydrosulphite?

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 Sodium Hydrosulphite is sold with other items?

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

How much GST applies to Sodium Hydrosulphite?

Under HSN 28321020, Sodium Hydrosulphite attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Sodium Hydrosulphite?

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.

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