HSN Code 28371990: Other Cyanides

HSN Code 28371990 represents Other Cyanides under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Other Cyanides correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Code 28371990, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import or export of Other Cyanides.

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Description of Goods for HSN Code 28371990

HSN Code 28371990 relates to the following description.

Description of Goods

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Cyanides and cyanide oxides : Other : Other

Chapter

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

Sub Chapter

2837 - Cyanides, cyanide oxides and complex cyanides

CGST

9%

SGST

9%

IGST

18%

CESS

0%

What does HSN Code 28371990 not include?

Other Cyanides does not include products with the following descriptions.

HSN Code 28371100

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Cyanides and cyanide oxides : Of sodium

HSN Code 28371910

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Cyanides and cyanide oxides : Other : Potassium cyanide

HSN Code 28371920

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Cyanides and cyanide oxides : Other : Double cyanide of potassium and sodium

HSN Code 28372010

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Complex cyanides : Ammonium sulphocyanide

HSN Code 28372020

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Complex cyanides : Potassium ferricyanides

HSN Code 28372030

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Complex cyanides : Potassium ferrocyanide

HSN Code 28372040

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Complex cyanides : Sodium ferrocyanide

HSN Code 28372050

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Complex cyanides : Sodium nitroprusside (sodium nitroferricyanide)

HSN Code 28372090

SALTS AND PEROXYSALTS, OF INORGANIC ACIDS AND METALS : Complex cyanides : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Code 28371990 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

−37.78% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹21 Cr

+61.84% vs FY 2023-24

0.0003% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹21 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #9577 of 12657 HSN codes

% of Sub-Chapter 2837

FY 2024-25

0.24%

Share of Sub-Chapter 2837’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 12.62% of Sub-Chapter 2837’s imports

Rank Within Sub-Chapter 2837

FY 2024-25

#6 of 10

Position by export value among HSN codes in Sub-Chapter 2837

Import-side rank: #3 of 10

At a glance

−40.53%

Export CAGR

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

#9239

National Export Rank

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

+800.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

0.24%

Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2837

Share of Sub-Chapter 2837 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Code 28371990

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 #5564

Balance

−3.63

Exports

6.33 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

— YoY

27.50% of Sub-Ch. 2837

Imports

9.96 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

— YoY

5.75% of Sub-Ch. 2837

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #5609

Balance

+0.13

Exports

6.12 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

−3.32% YoY

14.15% of Sub-Ch. 2837

Imports

5.99 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−39.86% YoY

1.86% of Sub-Ch. 2837

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #7794

Balance

−6.41

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−86.11% YoY

13.91% of Sub-Ch. 2837

Imports

7.26 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+21.20% YoY

2.54% of Sub-Ch. 2837

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #7806

Balance

−8.91

Exports

1.23 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+44.71% YoY

10.26% of Sub-Ch. 2837

Imports

10.14 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+39.67% YoY

4.46% of Sub-Ch. 2837

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #9890

Balance

−21.44

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−95.94% YoY

0.10% of Sub-Ch. 2837

Imports

21.49 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+111.93% YoY

9.26% of Sub-Ch. 2837

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #8881

Balance

−12.47

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+800.00% YoY

0.62% of Sub-Ch. 2837

Imports

12.92 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−39.88% YoY

6.92% of Sub-Ch. 2837

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #9239

Balance

−20.63

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−37.78% YoY

0.24% of Sub-Ch. 2837

Imports

20.91 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

+61.84% YoY

12.62% of Sub-Ch. 2837

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−40.53% /yr

Imports

13.16% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Sub-Chapter 2837 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹114.60 Cr

Import

₹165.67 Cr

Trade Balance

−51.07

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Code 28371990 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −40.53% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Code 28371990 have declined at a compound annual rate of −40.53% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹6.33 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.28 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 28371990 Ranked #9239 Among All 12657 HSN codes by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28371990 ranks #9239 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2837, it ranks #6 of 10. By trade surplus, it ranks #9577 of 12657.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Code 28371990 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28371990 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 800.00% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹20.63 Crore in HSN Code 28371990 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹20.91 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.28 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹20.63 Crore — ranking #9577 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 13.16% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Other Cyanides

India's imports under HSN Code 28371990 have grown at 13.16% CAGR, reaching ₹20.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Code 28371990 Contributes 0.24% of Sub-Chapter 2837 Exports — Ranked #6

Among the 10 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2837, HSN Code 28371990 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 0.24% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 12.62% share (rank #3).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Code 28371990 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 28371990 ?

It includes Other Cyanides

How much GST applies to Other Cyanides?

Under HSN 28371990, Other Cyanides attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Cyanides?

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 Other Cyanides is sold with other items?

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

Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Cyanides?

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 Cyanides?

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.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.