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# HSN Code 28500010: Hydrides

- [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 2850: Hydrides & Nitrides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2850/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| MISCELLANEOUS : Hydrides, nitrides, azides, silicides and borides, whether or not chemically defined, other than compounds which are also carbides of heading 2849 : Hydrides | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 28500010 ?

It includes Hydrides

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

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Hydrides?

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 Hydrides?

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 Hydrides?

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.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Hydrides?

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 Hydrides?

Under HSN 28500010, Hydrides attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 28500010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹14 Cr (+79.55% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹542 Cr (+3.86% YoY) — 0.0089% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹528 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #11933 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 2850: 26.15% of its exports; import side 76.08%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 2850: #2 of 6 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 8.09% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #5386 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +79.55% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 2850: 26.15% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 28500010

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. 2850 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 2850 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 8.59 | 0.0004% | — | 28.82% | 372.94 | 0.0104% | — | 71.95% | −364.35 | #5178 |
| FY 2019-20 | 9.39 | 0.0004% | +9.31% | 24.76% | 393.19 | 0.0117% | +5.43% | 76.85% | −383.80 | #5091 |
| FY 2020-21 | 10.36 | 0.0005% | +10.33% | 28.79% | 492.89 | 0.0169% | +25.36% | 79.98% | −482.53 | #5027 |
| FY 2021-22 | 14.52 | 0.0005% | +40.15% | 23.37% | 418.05 | 0.0091% | −15.18% | 71.53% | −403.53 | #5005 |
| FY 2022-23 | 11.35 | 0.0003% | −21.83% | 17.31% | 543.59 | 0.0095% | +30.03% | 72.73% | −532.24 | #5456 |
| FY 2023-24 | 7.63 | 0.0002% | −32.78% | 14.93% | 521.66 | 0.0093% | −4.03% | 74.25% | −514.03 | #6054 |
| FY 2024-25 | 13.70 | 0.0004% | +79.55% | 26.15% | 541.77 | 0.0089% | +3.86% | 76.08% | −528.07 | #5386 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 8.09%/yr, imports 6.42%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 28500010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 8.09% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 28500010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 8.09% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹8.59 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹13.70 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28500010 ranked #5386 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 28500010 ranks #5386 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 2850, it ranks #2 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #11933 of 12657.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 28500010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 28500010 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 79.55% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹528.07 Crore in HSN Code 28500010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹541.77 Cr exceeded exports of ₹13.70 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹528.07 Crore — ranking #11933 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 6.42% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Hydrides

India's imports under HSN Code 28500010 have grown at 6.42% CAGR, reaching ₹541.77 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 28500010 contributes 26.15% of Sub-Chapter 2850 exports — ranked #2

Among the 6 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 2850, HSN Code 28500010 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 26.15% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 76.08% share (rank #1).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 2850

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 28500030: Real Zari Thread (Gold/Silver)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28500030/) | ₹37 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 28500010: Hydrides (this hsn code) | ₹14 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 28500049: Calcium Silicides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28500049/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #4 | [HSN Code 28500050: Borides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28500050/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #5 | [HSN Code 28500041: Nitrides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28500041/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #6 | [HSN Code 28500020: Azides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28500020/) | < ₹1 Crore |