28391900Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 28391900 – Silicates, Commercial Alkali Metal Silicates

Full GST classification for Silicates, Commercial Alkali Metal Silicates — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

28391900

Chapter

28

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 28391900?

HSN code 28391900 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Silicates, Commercial Alkali Metal Silicates 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 silicates, commercial alkali metal silicates must quote HSN 28391900 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 28391900

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter28inorganic chemicals, organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals, of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes
Heading2839silicates, commercial alkali metal silicates
Sub-heading283919other
Tariff28391900other

GST rate for HSN 28391900

Goods under HSN 28391900 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 28391900 — FAQs

What is HSN code 28391900?

HSN code 28391900 classifies "Silicates, Commercial Alkali Metal Silicates" 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 28391900?

28391900 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 28391900?

Goods under HSN 28391900 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 Silicates, Commercial Alkali Metal Silicates.

Which chapter does HSN code 28391900 belong to?

HSN 28391900 belongs to Chapter 28 — Inorganic Chemicals, Organic Or Inorganic Compounds Of Precious…, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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