Q3HSN Code 2805
Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals,scandium
Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals,scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed, mercury
GST rate
| Sodium | 5% |
| 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% |
Codes under 2805
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2805 11 | Sodium | 5% |
| 2805 12 | Calcium | Varies |
| 2805 19 | Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals,scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed, mercury › Other | Varies |
| 2805 30 | Rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed | Varies |
| 2805 40 | Mercury | Varies |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals,scandium?
The HSN code for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals,scandium is 2805, under Chapter 28 (Industrial gases and inorganic chemicals).
What is the GST rate on alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals,scandium?
It depends on the specific item: sodium is 5%; 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%.
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.