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# HSN Sub-chapter 2510: Natural phosphates

Natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk

Part of [Chapter 25: Salt, Stones and Cement](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-25/).

- Current GST rate: 5%
- Earlier GST rate: 5%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 25101010 | [Unground \| Natural Calcium Phosphate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25101010/) |
| 25101020 | [Unground : Natural aluminium calcium phosphate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25101020/) |
| 25101030 | [Unground : Natural calcium phosphate apatite](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25101030/) |
| 25101090 | [Unground \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25101090/) |
| 25102010 | [Ground natural calcium phosphates](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25102010/) |
| 25102020 | [Ground natural aluminium calcium phosphate](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25102020/) |
| 25102030 | [Ground natural calcium phosphates – Apatite](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25102030/) |
| 25102090 | [Ground – Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-25102090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 2510

It includes Natural phosphates

### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Natural phosphates?

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

### What should my invoice and records include for Natural phosphates?

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.

### How should I document Natural phosphates sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Natural phosphates 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 misclassification mistakes happen with Natural phosphates?

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.

### Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Natural phosphates?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹2 Cr (+634.38% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹16,396 Cr (+29.28% YoY) — 0.2689% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹16,394 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #1176 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 25: 0.01% of its exports; import side 38.97%
- Rank within Chapter 25: #26 of 29 by export value; import-side #1

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: -10.85% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1115 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +634.38% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Ch. 25: 0.01% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 2510

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 Ch. 25 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 25 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 4.68 | 0.0002% | — | 0.03% | 5,637.92 | 0.1570% | — | 28.28% | −5,633.24 | #1061 |
| FY 2019-20 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −95.73% | 0.00% | 5,420.60 | 0.1616% | −3.85% | 29.18% | −5,420.40 | #1168 |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | +180.00% | 0.00% | 5,370.91 | 0.1843% | −0.92% | 31.00% | −5,370.35 | #1136 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1.13 | 0.0000% | +101.79% | 0.01% | 10,466.74 | 0.2290% | +94.88% | 34.88% | −10,465.61 | #1131 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1.94 | 0.0001% | +71.68% | 0.01% | 15,137.00 | 0.2633% | +44.62% | 39.97% | −15,135.06 | #1115 |
| FY 2023-24 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −83.51% | 0.00% | 12,682.96 | 0.2258% | −16.21% | 36.01% | −12,682.64 | #1171 |
| FY 2024-25 | 2.35 | 0.0001% | +634.38% | 0.01% | 16,395.92 | 0.2689% | +29.28% | 38.97% | −16,393.57 | #1115 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports -10.85%/yr, imports 19.47%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 export-import analysis

### Export decline: -10.85% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 have declined at a compound annual rate of -10.85% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹4.68 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹2.35 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 ranked #1115 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 ranks #1115 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 25, it ranks #26 of 29. By trade surplus, it ranks #1176 of 1233.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 634.38% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹16,393.57 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹16,395.92 Cr exceeded exports of ₹2.35 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹16,393.57 Crore — ranking #1176 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 19.47% CAGR signals rising demand for Natural phosphates

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 have grown at 19.47% CAGR, reaching ₹16,395.92 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 contributes 0.01% of Chapter 25 exports — ranked #26

Among the 29 sub-chapters under Chapter 25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2510 ranks #26 by export value — accounting for 0.01% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 38.97% share (rank #1).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 25

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2516: Granite & other monumental stones](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2516/) | ₹4,213 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2501: Salt and sodium chloride](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2501/) | ₹3,796 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2511: Natural Barium Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2511/) | ₹1,241 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2508: Other Clays & Minerals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2508/) | ₹1,215 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2506: Quartzite cut into blocks or slabs](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2506/) | ₹1,032 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2503: Sulfur products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2503/) | ₹983 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2517: Pebbles, Gravel, Crushed Stone](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2517/) | ₹587 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2525: Mica, including splittings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2525/) | ₹564 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2529: Mineral substances](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2529/) | ₹549 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2507: Kaolin clay](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2507/) | ₹512 Cr |
| #26 | HSN Sub-Chapter 2510: Natural phosphates (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹2 Cr |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 2501 | [Salt and sodium chloride](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2501/) |
| 2502 | [Unroasted iron pyrites](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2502/) |
| 2503 | [Sulfur products](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2503/) |
| 2504 | [Natural graphite](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2504/) |
| 2505 | [Natural stones & sands](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2505/) |
| 2506 | [Quartzite cut into blocks or slabs](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2506/) |
| 2507 | [Kaolin clay](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2507/) |
| 2508 | [Other Clays & Minerals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2508/) |
| 2509 | [Chalk](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2509/) |
| 2511 | [Natural Barium Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2511/) |
| 2512 | [Siliceous earths, calcined or unworked](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2512/) |
| 2513 | [Natural abrasives](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2513/) |
| 2514 | [Slate Blocks & Slabs](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2514/) |
| 2515 | [Marble, travertine & building stones](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2515/) |
| 2516 | [Granite & other monumental stones](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2516/) |
| 2517 | [Pebbles, Gravel, Crushed Stone](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2517/) |
| 2518 | [Dolomite, calcined or in slabs](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2518/) |
| 2519 | [Magnesium carbonate & oxides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2519/) |
| 2520 | [Gypsum, Anhydrite, Plasters](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2520/) |
| 2521 | [Limestone & calcareous stones](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2521/) |
| 2522 | [Quicklime & hydraulic lime](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2522/) |
| 2523 | [Portland & Similar Hydraulic Cements](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2523/) |
| 2524 | [Asbestos](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2524/) |
| 2525 | [Mica, including splittings](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2525/) |
| 2526 | [Natural steatite and talc](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2526/) |
| 2528 | [Natural borates & boric acid](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2528/) |
| 2529 | [Mineral substances](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2529/) |
| 2530 | [Unspecified mineral substances](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2530/) |