0508 HSN Code: Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder

HSN Sub Chapter 0508 represents Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 0508, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 0508

GST Rate for Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder under HSN Code 0508. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

05

HSN Code

0508

HSN Description

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

5 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 0508

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder.

Tariff HSN

05080010

Description

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Coral

Tariff HSN

05080020

Description

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Chanks

Tariff HSN

05080030

Description

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Cowries

Tariff HSN

05080040

Description

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Cuttlefish bones

Tariff HSN

05080050

Description

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Shells

Tariff HSN

05080090

Description

Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, powder and waste thereof : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 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

₹34 Cr

−17.69% vs FY 2023-24

0.0009% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹56 Cr

+11.35% vs FY 2023-24

0.0009% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹22 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #624 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 05

FY 2024-25

1.39%

Share of Chapter 05’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 14.80% of Chapter 05’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 05

FY 2024-25

#6 of 9

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 05

Import-side rank: #3 of 9

At a glance

9.45%

Export CAGR

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

#954

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+36.85%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2019-20 · strongest single-year move

1.39%

Contribution to Ch. 05

Share of Chapter 05 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 0508

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 #952

Balance

−24.85

Exports

19.89 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

— YoY

2.14% of Ch. 05

Imports

44.74 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

— YoY

14.45% of Ch. 05

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #914

Balance

−6.24

Exports

27.22 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

+36.85% YoY

4.10% of Ch. 05

Imports

33.46 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

−25.21% YoY

13.22% of Ch. 05

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #884

Balance

+14.48

Exports

34.62 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

+27.19% YoY

4.83% of Ch. 05

Imports

20.14 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

−39.81% YoY

9.16% of Ch. 05

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #905

Balance

+5.06

Exports

39.08 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

+12.88% YoY

1.95% of Ch. 05

Imports

34.02 ₹ Cr

0.0007% share

+68.92% YoY

10.34% of Ch. 05

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #924

Balance

−4.56

Exports

39.67 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

+1.51% YoY

1.90% of Ch. 05

Imports

44.23 ₹ Cr

0.0008% share

+30.01% YoY

11.69% of Ch. 05

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #925

Balance

−8.52

Exports

41.54 ₹ Cr

0.0011% share

+4.71% YoY

1.87% of Ch. 05

Imports

50.06 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+13.18% YoY

13.93% of Ch. 05

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #954

Balance

−21.55

Exports

34.19 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

−17.69% YoY

1.39% of Ch. 05

Imports

55.74 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+11.35% YoY

14.80% of Ch. 05

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

9.45% /yr

Imports

3.73% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 05 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹2,454.59 Cr

Import

₹376.72 Cr

Trade Balance

+2,077.87

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 9.45% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 have grown at a compound annual rate of 9.45% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹19.89 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹34.19 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 Ranked #954 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 ranks #954 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 05, it ranks #6 of 9. By trade surplus, it ranks #624 of 1233.

FY 2019-20 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 36.85% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹21.55 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹55.74 Cr exceeded exports of ₹34.19 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹21.55 Crore — ranking #624 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 3.73% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 have grown at 3.73% CAGR, reaching ₹55.74 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 Contributes 1.39% of Chapter 05 Exports — Ranked #6

Among the 9 subchapters under Chapter 05, HSN Sub-Chapter 0508 ranks #6 by export value — accounting for 1.39% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 14.80% share (rank #3).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 0508 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 0508

It includes Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder is sold in small pouches (e.g., 500 g) with an MRP and label, record that on the invoice. Loose bulk bags often follow a different treatment.

What misclassification mistakes happen with Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder?

Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper.

If I repair and return Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder, how should I charge GST?

Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values.

How should I document Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder to the job worker. Declare movement in your records and reconcile when the goods return. If the job worker raises a service invoice, classify it under SAC; your goods remain under the original HSN.

What should my invoice and records include for Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder?

Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.

What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Coral, shells & cuttle-bone, powder?

Generate an e‑way bill when the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000, unless exempted for the transaction. E‑invoicing depends on turnover (AATO threshold as notified) for B2B supplies, not on the item itself.

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.

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