2528Heading (4-digit)Section V

HSN Code 2528 – Natural Borates And Concentrates Thereof (Whether Or Not Calcined), But Not Including…

Full GST classification for Natural Borates And Concentrates Thereof (Whether Or Not Calcined), But Not Including… — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

2528

Chapter

25

Digits

4-digit

Section

V

What is HSN Code 2528?

HSN code 2528 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Natural Borates And Concentrates Thereof (Whether Or Not Calcined), But Not Including… 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 natural borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined), but not including… must quote HSN 2528 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 2528

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter25salt, sulphur, earths and stone, plastering materials, lime and cement
Heading2528natural borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined), but not including brates separated from natural brine, natural boric acid containing not more than 85% of h3bo3 calculated on the dry weight

GST rate for HSN 2528

Goods under HSN 2528 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 2528 — FAQs

What is HSN code 2528?

HSN code 2528 classifies "Natural Borates And Concentrates Thereof (Whether Or Not Calcined), But Not Including…" 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 2528?

2528 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 2528?

Goods under HSN 2528 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 Natural Borates And Concentrates Thereof (Whether Or Not Calcined), But Not Including….

Which chapter does HSN code 2528 belong to?

HSN 2528 belongs to Chapter 25 — Salt, Sulphur, Earths And Stone, Plastering Materials, Lime And Cement, part of Section V: Mineral Products.

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