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2501 HSN Code: Salt and sodium chloride

HSN Sub Chapter 2501 represents Salt and sodium chloride under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Salt and sodium chloride correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 2501, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Salt and sodium chloride.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 2501

GST Rate for Salt and sodium chloride under HSN Code 2501. Understand Current Tax Rates, Exemptions, and Legal Classifications to Ensure Accurate Billing and GST Filing.

Chapter No HSN Code HSN Description New GST Rate Old GST Rate
25 2501 Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free flowing agents; sea water 5% 5%

Chapter: 25

Description: Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free flowing agents; sea water

New GST Rate: 5% Old GST Rate: 5%

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 2501

Following Tariff HSN code falls under Salt and sodium chloride:

Tariff HSN Description
Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free flowing agents; Sea water : Common salt (including iodised salt)
Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free flowing agents; Sea water : Rock salt
Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free flowing agents; Sea water : Other

Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free flowing agents; Sea water : Common salt (including iodised salt)

Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free flowing agents; Sea water : Rock salt

Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free flowing agents; Sea water : Other

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Case Laws Related to Sub Chapter 2501

Order Number Description
Nueclear Healthcare Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)
Cargill India Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)
M/S. Satyesh Brinechem Private Limited. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
Kasipalayam Common Effluent Treatment Plant Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)
Maheshwari Stone Supplying Company (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Telangana)

Nueclear Healthcare Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)

Cargill India Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Maharashtra)

M/S. Satyesh Brinechem Private Limited. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)

Kasipalayam Common Effluent Treatment Plant Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Tamil Nadu)

Maheshwari Stone Supplying Company (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Telangana)

FAQs for Sub Chapter 2501

What products are classified under HSN 2501

It includes Salt and sodium chloride

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Salt and sodium chloride?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Salt and sodium chloride are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

How are warranty replacements of Salt and sodium chloride handled?

If replacement is without consideration under a pre‑agreed warranty, issue a delivery challan and reference the original invoice/contract. If consideration is charged, raise a tax invoice. Keep serial/lot details for traceability.

Any import/export nuance for Salt and sodium chloride?

Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE.

What misclassification mistakes happen with Salt and sodium chloride?

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.

Any special steps when selling Salt and sodium chloride through an e‑commerce platform?

Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.

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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