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# HSN Code 68052010: Abrasive Grinding Wheels & Stones

- [Section 13: Guide to HSN Section 13](https://busy.in/hsn/section-13/)
- [Chapter 68: Stone, Cement & Plaster Items](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-68/)
- [Sub-chapter 6805: Natural/synthetic abrasive powders](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-6805/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| On a base of paper or paperboard only : Emery or corundum coated paper | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 68052010 ?

It includes Abrasive Grinding Discs and Wheels

### How much GST applies to Abrasive Grinding Wheels & Stones?

Under HSN 68052010, Abrasive Grinding Wheels & Stones attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Abrasive Grinding Wheels & Stones?

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 Abrasive Grinding Wheels & Stones?

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

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Abrasive Grinding Wheels & Stones?

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.

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Abrasive Grinding Wheels & Stones is sold with other items?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 68052010 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (−34.89% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹14 Cr (−15.41% YoY) — 0.0002% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹12 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #9207 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 6805: 2.27% of its exports; import side 1.22%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 6805: #6 of 8 by export value; import-side #8

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 3.99% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #7846 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +41.34% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 6805: 2.27% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 68052010

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. 6805 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 6805 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 1.21 | 0.0001% | — | 3.29% | 4.34 | 0.0001% | — | 0.79% | −3.13 | #7447 |
| FY 2019-20 | 1.71 | 0.0001% | +41.32% | 3.67% | 4.02 | 0.0001% | −7.37% | 0.73% | −2.31 | #7090 |
| FY 2020-21 | 1.79 | 0.0001% | +4.68% | 4.15% | 5.07 | 0.0002% | +26.12% | 0.84% | −3.28 | #7098 |
| FY 2021-22 | 2.53 | 0.0001% | +41.34% | 4.61% | 37.01 | 0.0008% | +629.98% | 4.13% | −34.48 | #7082 |
| FY 2022-23 | 2.36 | 0.0001% | −6.72% | 4.43% | 30.78 | 0.0005% | −16.83% | 3.16% | −28.42 | #7258 |
| FY 2023-24 | 2.35 | 0.0001% | −0.42% | 3.92% | 16.35 | 0.0003% | −46.88% | 1.50% | −14.00 | #7412 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1.53 | 0.0000% | −34.89% | 2.27% | 13.83 | 0.0002% | −15.41% | 1.22% | −12.30 | #7846 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 3.99%/yr, imports 21.31%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 68052010 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 3.99% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 68052010 have grown at a compound annual rate of 3.99% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1.21 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1.53 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 68052010 ranked #7846 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 68052010 ranks #7846 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 6805, it ranks #6 of 8. By trade surplus, it ranks #9207 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 68052010 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 68052010 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 41.34% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹12.30 Crore in HSN Code 68052010 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹13.83 Cr exceeded exports of ₹1.53 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹12.30 Crore — ranking #9207 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 21.31% CAGR signals rising demand for Abrasive Grinding Wheels & Stones

India's imports under HSN Code 68052010 have grown at 21.31% CAGR, reaching ₹13.83 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 68052010 contributes 2.27% of Sub-Chapter 6805 exports — ranked #6

Among the 8 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 6805, HSN Code 68052010 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 2.27% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.22% share (rank #8).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 6805

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 68051010: Millstones, Grindstones & Parts Made of Abrasive Materials](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-68051010/) | ₹29 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 68053000: Bonded Abrasive Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-68053000/) | ₹24 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 68052040: Abrasive Grinding Discs and Wheels](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-68052040/) | ₹6 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 68051090: Other Millstone & Grindstone Products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-68051090/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 68052090: Other Abrasive Grinding Articles](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-68052090/) | ₹3 Cr |
| #6 | HSN Code 68052010: Abrasive Grinding Wheels & Stones (this hsn code) | ₹2 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 68052030: Abrasive Honing & Polishing Stones](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-68052030/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #8 | [HSN Code 68052020: Abrasive Sawing Stones & Wheels](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-68052020/) | < ₹1 Crore |