2608 HSN Code: Zinc ores & extracts

HSN Sub Chapter 2608 represents Zinc ores & extracts under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Zinc ores & extracts correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 2608, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Zinc ores & extracts.

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New GST Rate for HSN Code 2608

GST Rate for Zinc ores & extracts under HSN Code 2608. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

26

HSN Code

2608

HSN Description

Zinc ores and concentrates

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 2608

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Zinc ores & extracts.

Tariff HSN

26080000

Description

Zinc ores and concentrates

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 2608 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

−97.97% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

Nil

−100.00% vs FY 2023-24

0.0000% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

< ₹1 Crore

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #520 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 26

FY 2024-25

0.00%

Share of Chapter 26’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.00% of Chapter 26’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 26

FY 2024-25

#14 of 21

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 26

At a glance

−48.69%

Export CAGR

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

#1176

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+289.74%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2022-23 · strongest single-year move

0.00%

Contribution to Ch. 26

Share of Chapter 26 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 2608

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 #1030

Balance

+3.24

Exports

7.12 ₹ Cr

0.0003% share

— YoY

0.06% of Ch. 26

Imports

3.88 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

— YoY

0.01% of Ch. 26

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #1109

Balance

+1.31

Exports

1.58 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

−77.81% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 26

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−93.04% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 26

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #1096

Balance

+1.12

Exports

2.07 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+31.01% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 26

Imports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

+251.85% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 26

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #1068

Balance

+2.20

Exports

4.68 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+126.09% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 26

Imports

2.48 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+161.05% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 26

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #991

Balance

+14.30

Exports

18.24 ₹ Cr

0.0005% share

+289.74% YoY

0.10% of Ch. 26

Imports

3.94 ₹ Cr

0.0001% share

+58.87% YoY

0.01% of Ch. 26

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #1070

Balance

+5.34

Exports

6.41 ₹ Cr

0.0002% share

−64.86% YoY

0.02% of Ch. 26

Imports

1.07 ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−72.84% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 26

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #1176

Balance

+0.13

Exports

< ₹1 Crore ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−97.97% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 26

Imports

Nil ₹ Cr

0.0000% share

−100.00% YoY

0.00% of Ch. 26

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−48.69% /yr

Imports

—

Consistently Surplus
Chapter 26 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹19,892.22 Cr

Import

₹61,194.74 Cr

Trade Balance

−41,302.52

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 2608 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −48.69% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2608 have declined at a compound annual rate of −48.69% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹7.12 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.13 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2608 Ranked #1176 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2608 ranks #1176 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 26, it ranks #14 of 21. By trade surplus, it ranks #520 of 1233.

FY 2022-23 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 2608 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 2608 was recorded in FY 2022-23, when exports surged by 289.74% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹0.13 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 2608 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹0.13 Cr exceeded imports of ₹0.00 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹0.13 Crore — ranking #520 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2608 Contributes 0.00% of Chapter 26 Exports — Ranked #14

Among the 21 subchapters under Chapter 26, HSN Sub-Chapter 2608 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 0.00% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.00% share.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 2608 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 2608

It includes Zinc ores & extracts

Any import/export nuance for Zinc ores & extracts?

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.

If I repair and return Zinc ores & extracts, 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.

Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Zinc ores & extracts?

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 Zinc ores & extracts 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.

Any special steps when selling Zinc ores & extracts through an e‑commerce platform?

Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.

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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