Q3HSN Code 2804
Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals
GST rate
| Thorium oxalate, Enriched KBF4 (enriched potassium fluroborate), Enriched elemental boron, Nuclear fuel | 5% |
| Anaesthetics, Potassium Iodate, Iodine, Steam | 5% |
| Micronutrients, which are covered under serial number 1(g) of Schedule 1, Part (A) of the Fertilizer Control Order, 1985 and are manufactured by the manufacturers which are registered under the Fertilizer Control Order, 1985 | 5% |
| All inorganic chemicals [other than those specified in notification th No.10/2025- Central Tax (Rate) dated 17 September 2025 or other Schedules of this notification] | 18% |
| Medicinal grade | 5% |
Codes under 2804
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2804 10 | Hydrogen | Varies |
| 2804 21 | Argon | Varies |
| 2804 29 | Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals › Other | Varies |
| 2804 29 10 | Helium | Varies |
| 2804 30 | Nitrogen | Varies |
| 2804 40 | Oxygen: | Varies |
| 2804 40 10 | Medicinal grade | 5% |
| 2804 50 | Boron; tellurium | Varies |
| 2804 50 10 | Boron | Varies |
| 2804 50 20 | Tellurium | Varies |
| 2804 61 | Containing by weight not less than 99.99% of silicon — hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals | Varies |
| 2804 69 | Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals › Other | Varies |
| 2804 70 | Phosphorus: | Varies |
| 2804 70 10 | Phosphorus, black | Varies |
| 2804 70 20 | Phosphorus, red | Varies |
| 2804 70 30 | Phosphorus, white or yellow | Varies |
| 2804 80 | Arsenic | Varies |
| 2804 90 | Selenium | Varies |
← Chapter 28: Industrial gases and inorganic chemicals
Related HSN codes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals?
The HSN code for hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals is 2804, under Chapter 28 (Industrial gases and inorganic chemicals).
What is the GST rate on hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals?
It depends on the specific item: thorium oxalate, enriched kbf4 (enriched potassium fluroborate), enriched elemental boron, nuclear fuel is 5%; anaesthetics, potassium iodate, iodine, steam is 5%; micronutrients, which are covered under serial number 1(g) of schedule 1, part (a) of the fertilizer control order, 1985 and are manufactured by the manufacturers which are registered under the fertilizer control order, 1985 is 5%; all inorganic chemicals [other than those specified in notification th no.10/2025- central tax (rate) dated 17 september 2025 or other schedules of this notification] is 18%; medicinal grade is 5%.
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.