Q3HSN Code 2508
Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806)
Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths
GST rate
5%
Codes under 2508
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2508 10 | Bentonite: | 5% |
| 2508 10 10 | Crude | 5% |
| 2508 10 90 | Other (includes processed and ground) — bentonite | 5% |
| 2508 20 10 | Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths - decolourising earths and fullers earth: processed (including activated) — salt, sulphur, earths and stone, plastering materials, lime and cement | 5% |
| 2508 20 90 | Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806), andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite, whether or not calcined; mullite; chamotte or dinas earths - decolourising earths and fullers earth: other — salt, sulphur, earths and stone, plastering materials, lime and cement | 5% |
| 2508 30 | Fire clay: | 5% |
| 2508 30 10 | Non-plastic | 5% |
| 2508 30 20 | Semi-plastic | 5% |
| 2508 30 30 | Plastic | 5% |
| 2508 40 | Other clays — salt, sulphur, earths and stone, plastering materials, lime and cement | 5% |
| 2508 40 10 | Ball clay | 5% |
| 2508 40 20 | Earth clay | 5% |
| 2508 50 | Andalusite, kyanite and sillimanite: | 5% |
| 2508 50 10 | Andalusite | 5% |
| 2508 50 21 | Crude, other than calcined | 5% |
| 2508 50 22 | Processed, other than calcined (washed or ground or screened or beneficiated) | 5% |
| 2508 50 23 | Calcined | 5% |
| 2508 50 31 | Lumps | 5% |
| 2508 50 32 | Fines (including sand) | 5% |
| 2508 60 | Mullite | 5% |
| 2508 70 | Chamotte or dinas earths | 5% |
← Chapter 25: Salt, cement, lime, sand and stone
Related HSN codes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806)?
The HSN code for other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806) is 2508, under Chapter 25 (Salt, cement, lime, sand and stone).
What is the GST rate on other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806)?
Other clays (not including expanded clays of heading 6806) is taxed at 5% GST under HSN code 2508.
How many digits of the HSN code go on a GST invoice?
It depends on your turnover in the previous financial year: businesses above ₹5 crore generally show 6 digits (8 for certain specified goods), and smaller businesses show 4 digits on B2B invoices. Check the current e-invoicing/HSN notification for the exact threshold that applies to you.
Rates as per Notification No. 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.