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2528 HSN Code: Natural borates & boric acid

HSN Sub Chapter 2528 represents Natural borates & boric acid under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Natural borates & boric acid correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 2528, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Natural borates & boric acid.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 2528

GST Rate for Natural borates & boric acid under HSN Code 2528. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

25

HSN Code

2528

HSN Description

Natural borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined), but not including borates separated from natural brine; natural boric acid containing not more than 85% of h3 bo3 calculated on the dry weight

New GST Rate

5 %
Essential

Old GST Rate

5 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 2528

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Natural borates & boric acid.

Tariff HSN

25280010

Description

Natural borates and concentrates thereof (Whether or not calcined), but not including borates separated from natural brine; natural boric acid containing not more than 85 % of H3 BO3 calculated on the dry weight: Natural sodium borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined)

Tariff HSN

25280020

Description

Natural borates and concentrates thereof (Whether or not calcined), but not including borates separated from natural brine; natural boric acid containing not more than 85 % of H3 BO3 calculated on the dry weight: Natural sodium borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined)

Tariff HSN

25280030

Description

Natural borates and concentrates thereof (Whether or not calcined), but not including borates separated from natural brine; natural boric acid containing not more than 85 % of H3 BO3 calculated on the dry weight: Natural sodium borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined)

Tariff HSN

25280090

Description

Natural borates and concentrates thereof (Whether or not calcined), but not including borates separated from natural brine; natural boric acid containing not more than 85 % of H3 BO3 calculated on the dry weight: Natural sodium borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined)

Tariff HSN

25289020

Description

Natural borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined), but not including borates separated from natural brine; natural boric acid containing not more than 85% of h3bo3 calculated on the dry weight- other: natural calcium borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined)

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India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 in FY 2025-26

TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry FY 2018-19–FY 2025-26 Values in ₹ Crore

India’s Exports

FY 2025-26

< ₹1 Crore

−96.28% vs FY 2024-25

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2025-26

₹334 Cr

−31.78% vs FY 2024-25

0.0049% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2025-26

−₹334 Cr

Trade Deficit

Surplus rank #836 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 25

FY 2025-26

0.00%

Share of Chapter 25’s total exports in FY 2025-26

Import side: 0.71% of Chapter 25’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 25

FY 2025-26

#29 of 29

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 25

Import-side rank: #16 of 29

At a glance

5.15%

Export CAGR

FY 2018-19 → FY 2025-26 · 8 fiscal years

#1174

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2025-26

+1,323.53%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move

0.00%

Contribution to Ch. 25

Share of Chapter 25 exports in FY 2025-26

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 2528

8-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2025-26, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

FY 2018-19 Exp. Rank #1177

Balance

−220.43

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

— YoY

0.00% of Ch. 25

Imports

220.62 ₹ Cr

0.0061% share

— YoY

1.11% of Ch. 25

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1141

Balance

−215.05

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+257.89% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 25

Imports

215.73 ₹ Cr

0.0064% share

−2.22% YoY

1.16% of Ch. 25

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1136

Balance

−210.81

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−17.65% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 25

Imports

211.37 ₹ Cr

0.0073% share

−2.02% YoY

1.22% of Ch. 25

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1157

Balance

−290.73

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−37.50% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 25

Imports

291.08 ₹ Cr

0.0064% share

+37.71% YoY

0.97% of Ch. 25

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #1151

Balance

−288.82

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+82.86% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 25

Imports

289.46 ₹ Cr

0.0050% share

−0.56% YoY

0.76% of Ch. 25

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1165

Balance

−350.93

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−20.31% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 25

Imports

351.44 ₹ Cr

0.0063% share

+21.41% YoY

1.00% of Ch. 25

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1065

Balance

−482.69

Exports

7.26 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

+1,323.53% YoY

0.04% of Ch. 25

Imports

489.95 ₹ Cr

0.0080% share

+39.41% YoY

1.16% of Ch. 25

FY 2025-26 Exp. Rank #1174

Balance

−333.99

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−96.28% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 25

Imports

334.26 ₹ Cr

0.0049% share

−31.78% YoY

0.71% of Ch. 25

CAGR · 8-Year

Exports

5.15% /yr

Imports

6.12% /yr

Consistently Deficit
Chapter 25 total

reference, FY 2025-26

Export

₹20,199.39 Cr

Import

₹46,764.77 Cr

Trade Balance

−26,565.38

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 Export-Import Analysis

Consistent Export Growth: 5.15% CAGR Over 8 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 have grown at a compound annual rate of 5.15% over 8 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.19 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.27 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 Ranked #1174 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2025-26, HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 ranks #1174 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 25, it ranks #29 of 29. By trade surplus, it ranks #836 of 1233.

FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 1,323.53% over the prior year.

India Records a Trade Deficit of ₹333.99 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 Goods

In FY 2025-26, India's imports of ₹334.26 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.27 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹333.99 Crore — ranking #836 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of 6.12% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Natural borates & boric acid

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 have grown at 6.12% CAGR, reaching ₹334.26 Crore in FY 2025-26.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 Contributes 0.00% of Chapter 25 Exports — Ranked #29

Among the 29 subchapters under Chapter 25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2528 ranks #29 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2025-26. On the import side, it holds 0.71% share (rank #16).

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 2528 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 2528

It includes Natural borates & boric acid

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Natural borates & boric acid?

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.

How are warranty replacements of Natural borates & boric acid 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.

What should my invoice and records include for Natural borates & boric acid?

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.

Any import/export nuance for Natural borates & boric acid?

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.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Natural borates & boric acid?

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

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