What products are classified under HSN 2508
It includes Other Clays & Minerals
HSN Sub Chapter 2508 represents Other Clays & Minerals under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Other Clays & Minerals correctly for billing, taxation, and trade. With HSN Sub Chapter 2508, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Other Clays & Minerals.
GST Rate for Other Clays & Minerals under HSN Code 2508. 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 | 2508 | Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths | 5% | 5% |
Chapter: 25
Description: Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths
Following Tariff HSN code falls under Other Clays & Minerals:
| Tariff HSN | Description |
|---|---|
| Bentonite : Crude | |
| Bentonite : Other (includes processed and ground) | |
| Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths - decolourising earths and fullers earth: processed (including activated) | |
| Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths - decolourising earths and fullers earth: other | |
| Fire clay : Non-Plastic | |
| Fire clay : Semi-Plastic | |
| Fire clay : Plastic | |
| Fire clay : Other | |
| Other clays : Ball clay | |
| Other clays : Earth Clay | |
| Other clays : Other | |
| Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Andalusite | |
| Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Kyanite : Crude, other than calcined | |
| Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Kyanite : Processed, other than calcined (washed or ground or screened or beneficiated) | |
| Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Kyanite : Calcined | |
| Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Sillimanite : Lumps | |
| Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Sillimanite : Fines (including sand) | |
| Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Sillimanite : Other | |
| Mullite | |
| Chamotte or dinas earths |
Bentonite : Crude
Bentonite : Other (includes processed and ground)
Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths - decolourising earths and fullers earth: processed (including activated)
Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths - decolourising earths and fullers earth: other
Fire clay : Non-Plastic
Fire clay : Semi-Plastic
Fire clay : Plastic
Fire clay : Other
Other clays : Ball clay
Other clays : Earth Clay
Other clays : Other
Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Andalusite
Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Kyanite : Crude, other than calcined
Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Kyanite : Processed, other than calcined (washed or ground or screened or beneficiated)
Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Kyanite : Calcined
Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Sillimanite : Lumps
Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Sillimanite : Fines (including sand)
Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite : Sillimanite : Other
Mullite
Chamotte or dinas earths
| Order Number | Description |
|---|---|
| Rapid Electrodes Pvt. Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat) | |
| Excel Earthings (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Kerala) | |
| Docsun Power Pvt. Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat) | |
| Maheshwari Stone Supplying Company (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Telangana) | |
| Criyagen Agri & Biotech Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Karnataka) |
Rapid Electrodes Pvt. Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
Excel Earthings (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Kerala)
Docsun Power Pvt. Ltd. (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Gujarat)
Maheshwari Stone Supplying Company (AAAR (Appellate Authority For Advance Ruling), Telangana)
Criyagen Agri & Biotech Private Limited (AAR (Authority For Advance Ruling), Karnataka)
It includes Other Clays & Minerals
The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in.
Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly.
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.
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.
Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Other Clays & Minerals 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.
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.