281210Sub-heading (6-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 281210 – Chlorides And Chloride Oxides

Full GST classification for Chlorides And Chloride Oxides — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

281210

Chapter

28

Digits

6-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 281210?

HSN code 281210 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Chlorides And Chloride Oxides under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 28 — Inorganic Chemicals, Organic Or Inorganic Compounds Of Precious…, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying chlorides and chloride oxides must quote HSN 281210 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 281210

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter28inorganic chemicals, organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals, of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes
Heading2812halides and halide oxides of non-metals
Sub-heading281210chlorides and chloride oxides

GST rate for HSN 281210

Goods under HSN 281210 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
28121010halides and halide oxides of non-metals - chlorides and chloride oxides : phosgene (carbonyl chloride, carbon oxy-chloride, chloroformyl chloride)
28121020halides and halide oxides of non-metals - chlorides and chloride oxides : phosphorus trichloride
28121021phosphorus trichloride
28121022phosphorus pentachloride
28121030halides and halide oxides of non-metals - chlorides and chloride oxides : phosphorus oxychloride
28121040halides and halide oxides of non-metals - chlorides and chloride oxides : sulphur oxychloride, thionyl chloride
28121041sulphur oxychloride
28121042sulphur monochloride
28121043sulphur dichloride
28121047thionyl chloride
28121050halides and halide oxides of non-metals - chlorides and chloride oxides : silicon tetrachloride
28121060arsenous trichloride
28121090halides and halide oxides of non-metals - chlorides and chloride oxides : other

HSN Code 281210 — FAQs

What is HSN code 281210?

HSN code 281210 classifies "Chlorides And Chloride Oxides" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 28 (Inorganic Chemicals, Organic Or Inorganic Compounds Of Precious…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 281210?

281210 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-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 281210?

Goods under HSN 281210 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 Chlorides And Chloride Oxides.

Which chapter does HSN code 281210 belong to?

HSN 281210 belongs to Chapter 28 — Inorganic Chemicals, Organic Or Inorganic Compounds Of Precious…, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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