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# HSN Code 28341010: Sodium Nitrite

- [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 2834: Nitrites; nitrates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2834/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Nitrites : Sodium nitrite | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28341010 ?

It includes Sodium Nitrite

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

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

### How much GST applies to Sodium Nitrite?

Under HSN 28341010, Sodium Nitrite attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

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

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 Nitrite?

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

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

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 Sodium Nitrite?

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 28341010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹128 Cr (−8.44% YoY) — 0.0035% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹56 Cr (+74.98% YoY) — 0.0009% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹72 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1858 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2834: 54.08% of its exports; import side 42.96%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2834: #1 of 7 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 9.13% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #2358 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +86.66% in FY 2022-23
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2834: 54.08% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28341010

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. 2834 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2834 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 75.94 | 0.0033% | — | 67.30% | 81.20 | 0.0023% | — | 80.58% | −5.26 | #2325 |
| FY 2019-20 | 66.11 | 0.0030% | −12.94% | 55.84% | 63.13 | 0.0019% | −22.25% | 68.73% | +2.98 | #2516 |
| FY 2020-21 | 72.74 | 0.0034% | +10.03% | 63.95% | 43.40 | 0.0015% | −31.25% | 71.42% | +29.34 | #2432 |
| FY 2021-22 | 100.12 | 0.0032% | +37.64% | 63.62% | 74.42 | 0.0016% | +71.47% | 73.07% | +25.70 | #2410 |
| FY 2022-23 | 186.88 | 0.0052% | +86.66% | 64.05% | 73.69 | 0.0013% | −0.98% | 37.50% | +113.19 | #1806 |
| FY 2023-24 | 140.11 | 0.0039% | −25.03% | 53.74% | 32.05 | 0.0006% | −56.51% | 29.62% | +108.06 | #2181 |
| FY 2024-25 | 128.29 | 0.0035% | −8.44% | 54.08% | 56.08 | 0.0009% | +74.98% | 42.96% | +72.21 | #2358 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 9.13%/yr, imports -5.98%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28341010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 9.13% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28341010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.13% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹75.94 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹128.29 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28341010 ranked #2358 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28341010 ranks #2358 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2834, it ranks #1 of 7. By trade surplus, it ranks #1858 of 12657.

### FY 2022-23 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28341010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28341010 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 86.66% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹72.21 Crore in HSN Code 28341010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹128.29 Cr exceeded imports of ₹56.08 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹72.21 Crore — ranking #1858 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -5.98% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Sodium Nitrite

India's imports under HSN Code 28341010 have grown at -5.98% CAGR, reaching ₹56.08 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28341010 contributes 54.08% of Sub-Chapter 2834 exports — ranked #1

Among the 7 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2834, HSN Code 28341010 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 54.08% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 42.96% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2834

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | HSN Code 28341010: Sodium Nitrite (this hsn code) | ₹128 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 28342990: Other Nitrates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28342990/) | ₹57 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28342100: Potassium Nitrates: Salts & Peroxysalts of Inorganic Acids](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28342100/) | ₹38 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 28341090: Nitrites – Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28341090/) | ₹10 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 28342930: Barium Nitrate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28342930/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 28342910: Strontium Nitrate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28342910/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 28342920: Magnesium Nitrate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28342920/) | < ₹1 Crore |