2505 HSN Code: Natural stones & sands

HSN Sub Chapter 2505 represents Natural stones & sands under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Natural stones & sands correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 2505, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Natural stones & sands.

Live Demo Available Today

Experience the power of Expert Accounting

Join our guided walkthrough to see how BUSY can transform your business operations.

Trusted by 6,00,000+ Users
4.6 Google Rating
+91
expand_more

* No credit card required

New GST Rate for HSN Code 2505

GST Rate for Natural stones & sands under HSN Code 2505. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

25

HSN Code

2505

HSN Description

Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not coloured, other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

5 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 2505

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Natural stones & sands.

Tariff HSN

25051011

Description

Silica sands and quartz sands : Silica sands : Processed (white)

Tariff HSN

25051012

Description

Silica sands and quartz sands : Silica sands : Processed (brown)

Tariff HSN

25051019

Description

Silica sands and quartz sands : Silica sands : Processed (other)

Tariff HSN

25051020

Description

Silica sands and quartz sands : Quartz sands

Tariff HSN

25059000

Description

Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 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

−89.78% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹163 Cr

+80.14% vs FY 2023-24

0.0027% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

−₹162 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #756 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 25

FY 2024-25

0.00%

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

Import side: 0.39% of Chapter 25’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 25

FY 2024-25

#27 of 29

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 25

Import-side rank: #19 of 29

At a glance

−26.85%

Export CAGR

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

#1145

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+625.00%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2023-24 · strongest single-year move

0.00%

Contribution to Ch. 25

Share of Chapter 25 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 2505

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 #1053

Balance

−119.19

Exports

5.22 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

— YoY

0.03% of Ch. 25

Imports

124.41 ₹ Cr

0.0035% share

— YoY

0.62% of Ch. 25

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1044

Balance

−67.35

Exports

4.75 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−9.00% YoY

0.03% of Ch. 25

Imports

72.10 ₹ Cr

0.0021% share

−42.05% YoY

0.39% of Ch. 25

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1014

Balance

−56.24

Exports

7.66 ₹ Cr

0.0004% share

+61.26% YoY

0.04% of Ch. 25

Imports

63.90 ₹ Cr

0.0022% share

−11.37% YoY

0.37% of Ch. 25

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1106

Balance

−85.43

Exports

2.20 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−71.28% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 25

Imports

87.63 ₹ Cr

0.0019% share

+37.14% YoY

0.29% of Ch. 25

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1137

Balance

−105.62

Exports

1.08 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−50.91% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 25

Imports

106.70 ₹ Cr

0.0019% share

+21.76% YoY

0.28% of Ch. 25

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1055

Balance

−82.44

Exports

7.83 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+625.00% YoY

0.04% of Ch. 25

Imports

90.27 ₹ Cr

0.0016% share

−15.40% YoY

0.26% of Ch. 25

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1145

Balance

−161.81

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−89.78% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 25

Imports

162.61 ₹ Cr

0.0027% share

+80.14% YoY

0.39% of Ch. 25

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−26.85% /yr

Imports

4.56% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 25 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹17,254.80 Cr

Import

₹42,072.00 Cr

Trade Balance

−24,817.20

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −26.85% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 have declined at a compound annual rate of −26.85% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹5.22 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.80 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 Ranked #1145 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 ranks #1145 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 25, it ranks #27 of 29. By trade surplus, it ranks #756 of 1233.

FY 2023-24 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 was recorded in FY 2023-24, when exports surged by 625.00% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹161.81 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹162.61 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.80 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹161.81 Crore — ranking #756 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 4.56% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Natural stones & sands

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 have grown at 4.56% CAGR, reaching ₹162.61 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 Contributes 0.00% of Chapter 25 Exports — Ranked #27

Among the 29 subchapters under Chapter 25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2505 ranks #27 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.39% share (rank #19).

Stop worrying about HSN & TAX compliance

BUSY auto-applies the correct HSN codes & GST rates, ensuring 100% error-free billing every single time.

Automatic Updates
Error-free GSTR
6,00,000+ Happy Users
+91
expand_more

* No credit card required

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 2505 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 2505

It includes Natural stones & sands

How should I document Natural stones & sands sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Natural stones & sands 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.

Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Natural stones & sands?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Natural stones & sands are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

If I repair and return Natural stones & sands, 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.

What misclassification mistakes happen with Natural stones & sands?

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.

What should my invoice and records include for Natural stones & sands?

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.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Natural stones & sands?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Natural stones & sands 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.

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.

Explore More HSN Codes from Chapter 25