28212000Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 28212000 – Earth Colours

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

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HSN Code

28212000

Chapter

28

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 28212000?

HSN code 28212000 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Earth Colours 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 28 — Inorganic Chemicals, Organic Or Inorganic Compounds Of Precious…, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying earth colours must quote HSN 28212000 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 28212000

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter28inorganic chemicals, organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals, of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes
Heading2821iron oxides and hydroxides; earth colours containing 70% or more by weight of combined iron evaluated as fe2o3
Sub-heading282120earth colours
Tariff28212000earth colours

GST rate for HSN 28212000

Goods under HSN 28212000 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 28212000 — FAQs

What is HSN code 28212000?

HSN code 28212000 classifies "Earth Colours" 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 28212000?

28212000 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 28212000?

Goods under HSN 28212000 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 Earth Colours.

Which chapter does HSN code 28212000 belong to?

HSN 28212000 belongs to Chapter 28 — Inorganic Chemicals, Organic Or Inorganic Compounds Of Precious…, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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