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# HSN Code 28332400: Nickel Sulphate

- [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 2833: Sulphates, alums, peroxosulphates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2833/)

## GST rates

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

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28332400 ?

It includes Nickel Sulphate

### Any common misclassification issue with Nickel Sulphate?

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 Nickel Sulphate?

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

### How much GST applies to Nickel Sulphate?

Under HSN 28332400, Nickel Sulphate attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Nickel Sulphate?

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 Nickel Sulphate?

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 28332400 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹93 Cr (+226.17% YoY) — 0.0025% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹68 Cr (+3.70% YoY) — 0.0011% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹25 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #2680 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2833: 7.35% of its exports; import side 16.57%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2833: #6 of 24 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 7.11% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2755 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +1,186.43% in FY 2023-24
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2833: 7.35% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28332400

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. 2833 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2833 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 61.42 | 0.0027% | — | 8.53% | 36.26 | 0.0010% | — | 11.46% | +25.16 | #2587 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.74 | 0.0001% | −97.17% | 0.32% | 63.86 | 0.0019% | +76.12% | 21.18% | −62.12 | #7078 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −56.90% | 0.12% | 55.91 | 0.0019% | −12.45% | 17.99% | −55.16 | #7892 |
| FY 2021-22 | 4.66 | 0.0001% | +521.33% | 0.45% | 64.57 | 0.0014% | +15.49% | 19.45% | −59.91 | #6431 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2.21 | 0.0001% | −52.58% | 0.19% | 89.00 | 0.0015% | +37.83% | 24.29% | −86.79 | #7334 |
| FY 2023-24 | 28.43 | 0.0008% | +1,186.43% | 2.55% | 65.64 | 0.0012% | −26.25% | 17.58% | −37.21 | #4321 |
| FY 2024-25 | 92.73 | 0.0025% | +226.17% | 7.35% | 68.07 | 0.0011% | +3.70% | 16.57% | +24.66 | #2755 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 7.11%/yr, imports 11.07%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28332400 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 7.11% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28332400 have grown at a compound annual rate of 7.11% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹61.42 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹92.73 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28332400 ranked #2755 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28332400 ranks #2755 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2833, it ranks #6 of 24. By trade surplus, it ranks #2680 of 12657.

### FY 2023-24 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28332400 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28332400 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 1,186.43% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹24.66 Crore in HSN Code 28332400 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹92.73 Cr exceeded imports of ₹68.07 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹24.66 Crore — ranking #2680 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 11.07% CAGR signals rising demand for Nickel Sulphate

India's imports under HSN Code 28332400 have grown at 11.07% CAGR, reaching ₹68.07 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28332400 contributes 7.35% of Sub-Chapter 2833 exports — ranked #6

Among the 24 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2833, HSN Code 28332400 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 7.35% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 16.57% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2833

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28332990: Other Sulphates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28332990/) | ₹440 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28331100: Disodium Sulphate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28331100/) | ₹186 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28332940: Manganese Sulphate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28332940/) | ₹147 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 28332100: Magnesium Sulphate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28332100/) | ₹109 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 28332500: Copper Sulphate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28332500/) | ₹93 Cr |
| #6 | HSN Code 28332400: Nickel Sulphate (this hsn code) | ₹93 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 28334000: Persulphates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28334000/) | ₹75 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 28332210: Iron-Free Aluminum Sulfate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28332210/) | ₹32 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 28332910: Ferrous Sulphate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28332910/) | ₹25 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 28332930: Quinidine Sulphate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28332930/) | ₹13 Cr |