HSN Codes · Chapter 28: Inorganic Chemicals

HSN Code 28012000

Inorganic Chemicals — fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine — iodine — iodine

Typical GST rate

Varies

Depends on sub-classification

Type

Goods

HSN classification

Code level

8-digit

Tariff item

Reading code 28012000

The first two digits (28) place this code in chapter 28 — Inorganic Chemicals. Heading 2801 groups the product family, and the remaining digits pin down this specific 8-digit classification. Remember: you can never invent a shorter code by truncating a longer one — only codes that exist in the official tariff are valid.

Industrial inorganic chemicals — acids, alkalis, oxides, and salts — plus compounds of precious and rare-earth metals.

Parent heading

2801 — Inorganic Chemicals — fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine

Related codes in heading 2801

  • 28011000 — Inorganic Chemicals — fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine — chlorine — chlorine
  • 28013010 — Inorganic Chemicals — fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine — fluorine, bromine — fluorine
  • 28013020 — Inorganic Chemicals — fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine — fluorine, bromine — bromine

Frequently asked questions

The GST rate under 28012000 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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