Q3HSN Code 2816
Hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium
Hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium; oxides, hydroxides and peroxides, of strontium or barium
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% |
Codes under 2816
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2816 10 | Hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium: | Varies |
| 2816 10 10 | Hydroxide of magnesium | Varies |
| 2816 10 20 | Peroxide of magnesium | Varies |
| 2816 40 | Oxides, hydroxides and peroxides, of strontium or barium | Varies |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium?
The HSN code for hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium is 2816, under Chapter 28 (Industrial gases and inorganic chemicals).
What is the GST rate on hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium?
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%.
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.