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# HSN Code 28332990: Other Sulphates

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

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28332990 ?

It includes Other Sulphates

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Sulphates?

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 Other Sulphates?

Under HSN 28332990, Other Sulphates attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Sulphates?

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 Other Sulphates?

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.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other Sulphates?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28332990 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹440 Cr (+5.43% YoY) — 0.0120% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹74 Cr (+10.31% YoY) — 0.0012% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹366 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #799 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2833: 34.85% of its exports; import side 17.97%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2833: #1 of 24 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 11.48% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1107 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +111.30% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2833: 34.85% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28332990

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 | 229.15 | 0.0100% | — | 31.81% | 94.67 | 0.0026% | — | 29.91% | +134.48 | #1206 |
| FY 2019-20 | 116.43 | 0.0053% | −49.19% | 21.41% | 48.84 | 0.0015% | −48.41% | 16.20% | +67.59 | #1845 |
| FY 2020-21 | 176.15 | 0.0082% | +51.29% | 27.79% | 49.05 | 0.0017% | +0.43% | 15.78% | +127.10 | #1491 |
| FY 2021-22 | 372.20 | 0.0119% | +111.30% | 35.93% | 40.32 | 0.0009% | −17.80% | 12.15% | +331.88 | #1094 |
| FY 2022-23 | 467.73 | 0.0129% | +25.67% | 39.34% | 45.03 | 0.0008% | +11.68% | 12.29% | +422.70 | #977 |
| FY 2023-24 | 417.19 | 0.0115% | −10.81% | 37.36% | 66.93 | 0.0012% | +48.63% | 17.93% | +350.26 | #1115 |
| FY 2024-25 | 439.84 | 0.0120% | +5.43% | 34.85% | 73.83 | 0.0012% | +10.31% | 17.97% | +366.01 | #1107 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 11.48%/yr, imports -4.06%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28332990 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 11.48% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28332990 have grown at a compound annual rate of 11.48% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹229.15 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹439.84 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28332990 ranked #1107 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28332990 ranks #1107 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2833, it ranks #1 of 24. By trade surplus, it ranks #799 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28332990 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28332990 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 111.30% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹366.01 Crore in HSN Code 28332990 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹439.84 Cr exceeded imports of ₹73.83 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹366.01 Crore — ranking #799 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -4.06% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Sulphates

India's imports under HSN Code 28332990 have grown at -4.06% CAGR, reaching ₹73.83 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28332990 contributes 34.85% of Sub-Chapter 2833 exports — ranked #1

Among the 24 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2833, HSN Code 28332990 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 34.85% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 17.97% share (rank #2).

## 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 (this hsn code) | ₹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](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28332400/) | ₹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 |