2526 HSN Code: Natural steatite and talc

HSN Sub Chapter 2526 represents Natural steatite and talc under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Natural steatite and talc correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 2526, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Natural steatite and talc.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 2526

GST Rate for Natural steatite and talc under HSN Code 2526. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

25

HSN Code

2526

HSN Description

Natural steatite, whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape; talc

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

5 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 2526

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Natural steatite and talc.

Tariff HSN

25261010

Description

Not crushed, not powdered: Steatite (soap stone, etc.) block

Tariff HSN

25261020

Description

Not crushed, not powdered: Steatite (soap stone, etc.) lumps

Tariff HSN

25261090

Description

Not crushed, not powdered: Other

Tariff HSN

25262000

Description

Crushed or powdered

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 2526 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

₹492 Cr

+6.04% vs FY 2023-24

0.0133% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹71 Cr

+26.68% vs FY 2023-24

0.0012% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹421 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #271 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 25

FY 2024-25

2.85%

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

Import side: 0.17% of Chapter 25’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 25

FY 2024-25

#11 of 29

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 25

Import-side rank: #22 of 29

At a glance

4.58%

Export CAGR

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

#536

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+21.79%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2020-21 · strongest single-year move

2.85%

Contribution to Ch. 25

Share of Chapter 25 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 2526

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 #474

Balance

+344.02

Exports

376.48 ₹ Cr

0.0164% share

— YoY

2.41% of Ch. 25

Imports

32.46 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

— YoY

0.16% of Ch. 25

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #485

Balance

+325.74

Exports

358.33 ₹ Cr

0.0162% share

−4.82% YoY

2.53% of Ch. 25

Imports

32.59 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

+0.40% YoY

0.18% of Ch. 25

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #458

Balance

+401.95

Exports

436.41 ₹ Cr

0.0203% share

+21.79% YoY

2.48% of Ch. 25

Imports

34.46 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

+5.74% YoY

0.20% of Ch. 25

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #469

Balance

+479.47

Exports

520.20 ₹ Cr

0.0166% share

+19.20% YoY

3.07% of Ch. 25

Imports

40.73 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+18.20% YoY

0.14% of Ch. 25

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #480

Balance

+508.09

Exports

562.67 ₹ Cr

0.0155% share

+8.16% YoY

2.96% of Ch. 25

Imports

54.58 ₹ Cr

0.0009% share

+34.00% YoY

0.14% of Ch. 25

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #539

Balance

+408.06

Exports

464.39 ₹ Cr

0.0128% share

−17.47% YoY

2.52% of Ch. 25

Imports

56.33 ₹ Cr

0.0010% share

+3.21% YoY

0.16% of Ch. 25

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #536

Balance

+421.09

Exports

492.45 ₹ Cr

0.0133% share

+6.04% YoY

2.85% of Ch. 25

Imports

71.36 ₹ Cr

0.0012% share

+26.68% YoY

0.17% of Ch. 25

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

4.58% /yr

Imports

14.03% /yr

Consistently Surplus
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 2526 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 4.58% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2526 have grown at a compound annual rate of 4.58% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹376.48 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹492.45 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2526 Ranked #536 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2526 ranks #536 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 25, it ranks #11 of 29. By trade surplus, it ranks #271 of 1233.

FY 2020-21 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 2526 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 2526 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 21.79% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹421.09 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 2526 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹492.45 Cr exceeded imports of ₹71.36 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹421.09 Crore — ranking #271 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 14.03% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Natural steatite and talc

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2526 have grown at 14.03% CAGR, reaching ₹71.36 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2526 Contributes 2.85% of Chapter 25 Exports — Ranked #11

Among the 29 subchapters under Chapter 25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2526 ranks #11 by export value — accounting for 2.85% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.17% share (rank #22).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 2526 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 2526

It includes Natural steatite and talc

How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Natural steatite and talc?

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.

What should my invoice and records include for Natural steatite and talc?

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.

Can I claim ITC on inputs and services used for Natural steatite and talc?

If your outward supply of Natural steatite and talc is taxable, ITC is generally available (Sections 16–17) except blocked credits (e.g., personal use, motor vehicles in most cases). For exempt supplies, proportionate reversal is required under Rule 42/43.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Natural steatite and talc?

Yes. Many food/agri goods are treated differently when sold as pre‑packaged & labelled retail packs versus loose/open packs. If Natural steatite and talc 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 are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Natural steatite and talc?

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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