2908 HSN Code: Halogenated phenol derivatives

HSN Sub Chapter 2908 represents Halogenated phenol derivatives under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Halogenated phenol derivatives correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 2908, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Halogenated phenol derivatives.

Live Demo Available Today

Experience the power of Expert Accounting

Join our guided walkthrough to see how BUSY can transform your business operations.

Trusted by 6,00,000+ Users
4.6 Google Rating
+91
expand_more

* No credit card required

New GST Rate for HSN Code 2908

GST Rate for Halogenated phenol derivatives under HSN Code 2908. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.

Chapter No

29

HSN Code

HSN Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol alcohols

New GST Rate

18 %
Standard

Old GST Rate

18 %

Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 2908

Following tariff HSN codes fall under Halogenated phenol derivatives.

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts

Tariff HSN

Description

Derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts: Pentachlorophenol (ISO)

Tariff HSN

Description

Derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts : Other

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and esters : phenol sulphonic acids

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and esters : naphthol sulphonic acids : g acids (2-naphthol-6,8-disulphonic acid)

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and esters : naphthol sulphonic acids : salts of g acid

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and esters : naphthol sulphonic acids : beta naphthol sulphonic acids

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and esters : naphthol sulphonic acids : nevile -winther acid (1-naphthol- 4- sulphonic acid)

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and esters : naphthol sulphonic acids : schaeffer acid (2-naphthol-6-sulphonic acid)

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and esters : naphthol sulphonic acids : r acids (2-naphthol- 3,6- disulphonic acid) and its disodium salt (salt of r acid)

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and esters : naphthol sulphonic acids : chromotropic acid (1,8-dihydroxynaphthalene -3,6-disulfonic acid)

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and esters : naphthol sulphonic acids : other

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - other : para nitrophenol

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - other : musk xylol

Tariff HSN

Description

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols - other : other

Tariff HSN

Description

Other : Dinoseb (ISO) and its salts

Tariff HSN

Description

Other : 4,6-Dinitro-o-cresol [DNOC (ISO)] and its salts

Tariff HSN

Description

Other : Other : Para nitrophenol

Tariff HSN

Description

Other : Other : Musk xylol

Tariff HSN

Description

Other : Other : Other

India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 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

₹259 Cr

+15.54% vs FY 2023-24

0.0070% of India’s total exports

India’s Imports

FY 2024-25

₹184 Cr

−10.28% vs FY 2023-24

0.0030% of India’s total imports

Trade Balance

FY 2024-25

₹75 Cr

Trade Surplus

Surplus rank #409 of 1233 subchapters

% of Chapter 29

FY 2024-25

0.15%

Share of Chapter 29’s total exports in FY 2024-25

Import side: 0.08% of Chapter 29’s imports

Rank Within Chapter 29

FY 2024-25

#37 of 42

Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 29

Import-side rank: #40 of 42

At a glance

−3.72%

Export CAGR

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

#655

National Export Rank

of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25

+27.71%

Peak Growth Year

FY 2019-20 · strongest single-year move

0.15%

Contribution to Ch. 29

Share of Chapter 29 exports in FY 2024-25

India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 2908

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 #499

Balance

+98.33

Exports

325.10 ₹ Cr

0.0142% share

YoY

0.25% of Ch. 29

Imports

226.77 ₹ Cr

0.0063% share

YoY

0.14% of Ch. 29

FY 2019-20 Exp. Rank #449

Balance

+216.67

Exports

415.18 ₹ Cr

0.0188% share

+27.71% YoY

0.34% of Ch. 29

Imports

198.51 ₹ Cr

0.0059% share

−12.46% YoY

0.14% of Ch. 29

FY 2020-21 Exp. Rank #472

Balance

+172.62

Exports

404.49 ₹ Cr

0.0188% share

−2.57% YoY

0.30% of Ch. 29

Imports

231.87 ₹ Cr

0.0080% share

+16.81% YoY

0.16% of Ch. 29

FY 2021-22 Exp. Rank #580

Balance

+147.12

Exports

306.77 ₹ Cr

0.0098% share

−24.16% YoY

0.19% of Ch. 29

Imports

159.65 ₹ Cr

0.0035% share

−31.15% YoY

0.08% of Ch. 29

FY 2022-23 Exp. Rank #606

Balance

+20.67

Exports

318.08 ₹ Cr

0.0088% share

+3.69% YoY

0.19% of Ch. 29

Imports

297.41 ₹ Cr

0.0052% share

+86.29% YoY

0.13% of Ch. 29

FY 2023-24 Exp. Rank #669

Balance

+18.68

Exports

224.09 ₹ Cr

0.0062% share

−29.55% YoY

0.13% of Ch. 29

Imports

205.41 ₹ Cr

0.0037% share

−30.93% YoY

0.09% of Ch. 29

FY 2024-25 Exp. Rank #655

Balance

+74.62

Exports

258.92 ₹ Cr

0.0070% share

+15.54% YoY

0.15% of Ch. 29

Imports

184.30 ₹ Cr

0.0030% share

−10.28% YoY

0.08% of Ch. 29

CAGR · 7-Year

Exports

−3.72% /yr

Imports

−3.40% /yr

Consistently Surplus
Chapter 29 total

reference, FY 2024-25

Export

₹1,70,243.54 Cr

Import

₹2,24,781.99 Cr

Trade Balance

−54,538.45

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

Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 Export-Import Analysis

Export Decline: −3.72% CAGR Over 7 Years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 have declined at a compound annual rate of −3.72% over 7 fiscal years, falling from ₹325.10 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹258.92 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 Ranked #655 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 ranks #655 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 29, it ranks #37 of 42. By trade surplus, it ranks #409 of 1233.

FY 2019-20 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 Exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 27.71% over the prior year.

India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹74.62 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 Goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹258.92 Cr exceeded imports of ₹184.30 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹74.62 Crore — ranking #409 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

Import Growth of −3.40% CAGR Signals Stable Import Dependency for Halogenated phenol derivatives

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 have grown at −3.40% CAGR, reaching ₹184.30 Crore in FY 2024-25.

HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 Contributes 0.15% of Chapter 29 Exports — Ranked #37

Among the 42 subchapters under Chapter 29, HSN Sub-Chapter 2908 ranks #37 by export value — accounting for 0.15% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.08% share (rank #40).

Stop worrying about HSN & TAX compliance

BUSY auto-applies the correct HSN codes & GST rates, ensuring 100% error-free billing every single time.

Automatic Updates
Error-free GSTR
6,00,000+ Happy Users
+91
expand_more

* No credit card required

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 2908 and GST compliance.

What products are classified under HSN 2908

It includes Halogenated phenol derivatives

How are warranty replacements of Halogenated phenol derivatives 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.

How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Halogenated phenol derivatives?

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.

Does packaging or branding change how GST applies to Halogenated phenol derivatives?

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

Any import/export nuance for Halogenated phenol derivatives?

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.

What are the e‑way bill and e‑invoice points while moving Halogenated phenol derivatives?

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.

Explore More HSN Codes from Chapter 29