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# HSN Sub-chapter 2853: Inorganic compounds, compressed air

Other inorganic compounds (including distilled or conductivity water and water of similar purity); liquid air (whether or not rare gases have been removed); compressed air; amalgams, other than amalgams of precious metals

Part of [Chapter 28: Inorganic Chemicals & Rare-Earth Metal Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-28/).

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

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 28530010 | [Liquid Air: Inorganic Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28530010/) |
| 28530020 | [Compressed Air: Other Inorganic Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28530020/) |
| 28530030 | [Amalgams, Other Than Precious Metals](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28530030/) |
| 28530040 | [Cyanogen Chloride \[(CN) Cl\]: Other Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28530040/) |
| 28530091 | [Other Inorganic Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28530091/) |
| 28530099 | [Cyclanes, Cyclenes & Cycloterpenes: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28530099/) |
| 28531000 | [Cyanogen Chloride](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28531000/) |
| 28539010 | [Miscellaneous\| Distilled Water](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28539010/) |
| 28539020 | [Liquid Air, Rare Gases Removed](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28539020/) |
| 28539030 | [Other Inorganic Compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28539030/) |
| 28539040 | [Miscellaneous Inorganic Compounds\| Amalgams](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28539040/) |
| 28539090 | [Other Silicides](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-28539090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 2853

It includes Inorganic compounds, compressed air

### Do spares or accessories of Inorganic compounds, compressed air follow the same HSN?

Not always. Spares are often classified by their own description or by the function/part rule. Check if a specific sub‑heading exists for parts of the main item and describe the part on the invoice.

### How are warranty replacements of Inorganic compounds, compressed air 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.

### Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Inorganic compounds, compressed air?

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 should I document Inorganic compounds, compressed air sent for job work?

Use a delivery challan for sending Inorganic compounds, compressed air 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 should my invoice and records include for Inorganic compounds, compressed air?

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.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Inorganic compounds, compressed air?

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.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹29 Cr (−30.16% YoY) — 0.0008% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹71 Cr (+15.96% YoY) — 0.0012% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −₹42 Cr (Deficit); surplus rank #657 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 28: 0.09% of its exports; import side 0.07%
- Rank within Chapter 28: #46 of 50 by export value; import-side #41

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 6.51% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #965 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +58.06% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Ch. 28: 0.09% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 2853

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. 28 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 28 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 20.08 | 0.0009% | — | 0.14% | 73.54 | 0.0020% | — | 0.14% | −53.46 | #951 |
| FY 2019-20 | 21.63 | 0.0010% | +7.72% | 0.17% | 64.83 | 0.0019% | −11.84% | 0.14% | −43.20 | #937 |
| FY 2020-21 | 22.51 | 0.0010% | +4.07% | 0.18% | 56.12 | 0.0019% | −13.44% | 0.11% | −33.61 | #931 |
| FY 2021-22 | 35.58 | 0.0011% | +58.06% | 0.18% | 60.78 | 0.0013% | +8.30% | 0.08% | −25.20 | #918 |
| FY 2022-23 | 48.15 | 0.0013% | +35.33% | 0.18% | 88.31 | 0.0015% | +45.29% | 0.09% | −40.16 | #897 |
| FY 2023-24 | 41.97 | 0.0012% | −12.83% | 0.16% | 61.23 | 0.0011% | −30.66% | 0.08% | −19.26 | #924 |
| FY 2024-25 | 29.31 | 0.0008% | −30.16% | 0.09% | 71.00 | 0.0012% | +15.96% | 0.07% | −41.69 | #965 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 6.51%/yr, imports -0.58%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 6.51% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 have grown at a compound annual rate of 6.51% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹20.08 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹29.31 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 ranked #965 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 ranks #965 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 28, it ranks #46 of 50. By trade surplus, it ranks #657 of 1233.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports surged by 58.06% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹41.69 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹71.00 Cr exceeded exports of ₹29.31 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹41.69 Crore — ranking #657 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -0.58% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Inorganic compounds, compressed air

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 have grown at -0.58% CAGR, reaching ₹71.00 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 contributes 0.09% of Chapter 28 exports — ranked #46

Among the 50 sub-chapters under Chapter 28, HSN Sub-Chapter 2853 ranks #46 by export value — accounting for 0.09% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.07% share (rank #41).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 28

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2818: Artificial corundum & alumina](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2818/) | ₹12,082 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2803: Fresh brassica vegetables](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2803/) | ₹4,250 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2827: Chlorides & bromides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2827/) | ₹2,920 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2815: Sodium & potassium hydroxides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2815/) | ₹2,290 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2836: Carbonates & ammonium salts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2836/) | ₹1,277 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2833: Sulphates, alums, peroxosulphates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2833/) | ₹1,262 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2811: Inorganic acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2811/) | ₹906 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2825: Hydrazine & inorganic salts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2825/) | ₹798 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2845: Isotopes & compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2845/) | ₹774 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 2841: Salts of oxometallic acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2841/) | ₹639 Cr |
| #46 | HSN Sub-Chapter 2853: Inorganic compounds, compressed air (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹29 Cr |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 2801 | [Fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2801/) |
| 2802 | [Sulphur: Sublimed/Precipitated](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2802/) |
| 2803 | [Fresh brassica vegetables](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2803/) |
| 2804 | [Hydrogen, rare gases, & non-metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2804/) |
| 2805 | [Rare-earth metals & mercury](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2805/) |
| 2806 | [Hydrochloric acid](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2806/) |
| 2807 | [Sulphuric acid](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2807/) |
| 2808 | [Nitric acid; sulphonitric acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2808/) |
| 2809 | [Phosphoric & polyphosphoric acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2809/) |
| 2810 | [Oxides of boron](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2810/) |
| 2811 | [Inorganic acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2811/) |
| 2812 | [Halides & halide oxides of non-metals](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2812/) |
| 2813 | [Non-metal sulfides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2813/) |
| 2814 | [Ammonia, anhydrous or aqueous solution](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2814/) |
| 2815 | [Sodium & potassium hydroxides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2815/) |
| 2816 | [Magnesium & strontium compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2816/) |
| 2817 | [Zinc oxide & peroxide](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2817/) |
| 2818 | [Artificial corundum & alumina](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2818/) |
| 2819 | [Chromium oxides & hydroxides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2819/) |
| 2820 | [Manganese oxides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2820/) |
| 2821 | [Iron oxides & earth colours](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2821/) |
| 2822 | [Cobalt oxides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2822/) |
| 2823 | [Titanium oxides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2823/) |
| 2824 | [Lead oxides: Red/orange lead](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2824/) |
| 2825 | [Hydrazine & inorganic salts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2825/) |
| 2826 | [Processed staple fibres](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2826/) |
| 2827 | [Chlorides & bromides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2827/) |
| 2828 | [Navigational instruments](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2828/) |
| 2829 | [Chlorates and bromates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2829/) |
| 2830 | [Non-metal sulfides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2830/) |
| 2831 | [Dithionites & sulphoxylates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2831/) |
| 2832 | [Sulphites: thiosulphates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2832/) |
| 2833 | [Sulphates, alums, peroxosulphates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2833/) |
| 2834 | [Nitrites; nitrates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2834/) |
| 2835 | [Phosphinates & phosphates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2835/) |
| 2836 | [Carbonates & ammonium salts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2836/) |
| 2837 | [Cyanides, cyanide oxides, complexes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2837/) |
| 2839 | [Silicates: Alkali metal silicates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2839/) |
| 2840 | [Borates; peroxoborates (perborates)](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2840/) |
| 2841 | [Salts of oxometallic acids](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2841/) |
| 2842 | [Inorganic salts](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2842/) |
| 2843 | [Precious metal compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2843/) |
| 2844 | [Radioactive elements & isotopes](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2844/) |
| 2845 | [Isotopes & compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2845/) |
| 2846 | [Rare-earth metal compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2846/) |
| 2847 | [Hydrogen peroxide](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2847/) |
| 2849 | [Carbides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2849/) |
| 2850 | [Hydrides & Nitrides](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2850/) |
| 2852 | [Mercury compounds](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-2852/) |