Q3HSN Code 2852
Inorganic or organic compounds of mercury
Inorganic or organic compounds of mercury, whether or not chemically defined, excluding amalgams
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 2852
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2852 10 | Chemically defined | Varies |
| 2852 90 | Inorganic or organic compounds of mercury, whether or not chemically defined, excluding amalgams › Other | Varies |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for inorganic or organic compounds of mercury?
The HSN code for inorganic or organic compounds of mercury is 2852, under Chapter 28 (Industrial gases and inorganic chemicals).
What is the GST rate on inorganic or organic compounds of mercury?
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.