HSN Codes · Chapter 25: Salt, Sulphur, Earths, Stone, Cement

HSN Code 2505

Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not coloured, other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

4-digit

Heading

Reading code 2505

The first two digits (25) place this code in chapter 25 — Salt, Sulphur, Earths, Stone, Cement. As a 4-digit heading it groups a whole product family; 6 and 8-digit codes underneath it get more specific. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

Salt, natural stone, sand, gypsum, lime, and cement. Cement attracts the 28% slab — a major line item for construction businesses.

More specific codes under 2505

  • 250510 — Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not coloured, other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26 — silica sands and quartz sands
  • 25051011 — Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not coloured, other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26 — silica sands and quartz sands — processed (white)
  • 25051012 — Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not coloured, other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26 — silica sands and quartz sands — processed (brown)
  • 25051019 — Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not coloured, other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26 — silica sands and quartz sands — other
  • 25051020 — Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not coloured, other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26 — silica sands and quartz sands — quartz sands
  • 250590 — Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not coloured, other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26 — other
  • 25059000 — Natural sands of all kinds, whether or not coloured, other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26 — other — other

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 2505 depends on the specific item and applicable notifications. Check the classification with our HSN code finder and confirm the rate before invoicing.
Businesses with annual aggregate turnover of ₹5 crore or more must report at least 6 digits on e-invoices and e-way bills; below ₹5 crore, 4 digits is the B2B minimum. Exports require 8 digits.
Every line item on a GST tax invoice carries its HSN code alongside the description, quantity, taxable value, and tax breakup. The code also flows into your GSTR-1 HSN summary and e-way bills.

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