2512Heading (4-digit)Section V

HSN Code 2512 – Siliceous Fossil Meals (For Example, Kieselguhr, Tripolite And Diatomite) And Similar…

Full GST classification for Siliceous Fossil Meals (For Example, Kieselguhr, Tripolite And Diatomite) And Similar… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

2512

Chapter

25

Digits

4-digit

Section

V

What is HSN Code 2512?

HSN code 2512 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Siliceous Fossil Meals (For Example, Kieselguhr, Tripolite And Diatomite) And Similar… 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 siliceous fossil meals (for example, kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) and similar… must quote HSN 2512 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 2512

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter25salt, sulphur, earths and stone, plastering materials, lime and cement
Heading2512siliceous fossil meals (for example, kieselguhr, tripolite and diatomite) and similar siliceous earths, whetheror not calcined, of an apparent specific gravity of 1 or less

GST rate for HSN 2512

Goods under HSN 2512 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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HSN Code 2512 — FAQs

What is HSN code 2512?

HSN code 2512 classifies "Siliceous Fossil Meals (For Example, Kieselguhr, Tripolite And Diatomite) And Similar…" 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 2512?

2512 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 2512?

Goods under HSN 2512 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 Siliceous Fossil Meals (For Example, Kieselguhr, Tripolite And Diatomite) And Similar….

Which chapter does HSN code 2512 belong to?

HSN 2512 belongs to Chapter 25 — Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement, part of Section V: Mineral Products.

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