2508Heading (4-digit)Section V

HSN Code 2508 – Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement

Full GST classification for Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

2508

Chapter

25

Digits

4-digit

Section

V

What is HSN Code 2508?

HSN code 2508 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 4-digit code sitting at the heading (4-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 25 — Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement, which is part of Section V: Mineral Products. Every GST-registered business supplying salt, sulphur, earths and stone, plastering materials, lime and cement must quote HSN 2508 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 2508

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter25salt, sulphur, earths and stone, plastering materials, lime and cement
Heading2508other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths

GST rate for HSN 2508

Goods under HSN 2508 attract GST at one of the five standard slabs. The exact rate depends on the specific product and the latest GST Council notification — always confirm before invoicing.

0%

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

5%

Merit rate

Essentials, packaged food, transport

12%

Standard-low

Processed food, mobiles, apparel > ₹1,000

18%

Standard

Most goods, electronics, services

28%

Demerit / luxury

Cars, cement, aerated drinks, tobacco

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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
250810bentonite :
25082010other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths - decolourising earths and fullers earth: processed (including activated)
25082090other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths - decolourising earths and fullers earth: other
250830fire clay :
250840other clays :
250850andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite:
250860mullite
250870chamotte or dinas earths

HSN Code 2508 — FAQs

What is HSN code 2508?

HSN code 2508 classifies "Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 25 (Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 2508?

2508 is a 4-digit HSN code — a heading (4-digit). Businesses declare 4-digit HSN (turnover up to ₹5 crore) or 6-digit HSN (above ₹5 crore) on GST invoices; 8-digit codes are used for exports and imports.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 2508?

Goods under HSN 2508 are taxed at one of the GST slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — depending on the exact product and the latest GST Council notification. Use the Laabam.One GST Rate Finder to confirm the current rate for Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement.

Which chapter does HSN code 2508 belong to?

HSN 2508 belongs to Chapter 25 — Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement, part of Section V: Mineral Products.

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