25162000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section V

HSN Code 25162000 – Sandstone

Full GST classification for Sandstone — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

25162000

Chapter

25

Digits

8-digit

Section

V

What is HSN Code 25162000?

HSN code 25162000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Sandstone under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 8-digit code sitting at the tariff item (8-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 sandstone must quote HSN 25162000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 25162000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter25salt, sulphur, earths and stone, plastering materials, lime and cement
Heading2516granite, porphyry, basalt, sandstone and other monumental or building stone, whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape
Sub-heading251620sandstone
Tariff25162000sandstone

GST rate for HSN 25162000

Goods under HSN 25162000 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 25162000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 25162000?

HSN code 25162000 classifies "Sandstone" 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 25162000?

25162000 is a 8-digit HSN code — a tariff item (8-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 25162000?

Goods under HSN 25162000 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 Sandstone.

Which chapter does HSN code 25162000 belong to?

HSN 25162000 belongs to Chapter 25 — Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement, part of Section V: Mineral Products.

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