What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 25201010?

HSN code 25201010 (Gypsum) attracts 5% IGST under Schedule I of the GST notification.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 25201010?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 25201010 is 2.50%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 25201010 cover?

HSN code 25201010 covers Gypsum. It sits under Chapter 25 – Salt; sulphur; earths and stone; plastering materials, lime and cement, in Section V – MINERAL PRODUCTS.

What is the unit of measurement for HSN code 25201010?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 25201010 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

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Gypsum HSN Code 2520

Q: What is the HSN code for Gypsum?

The HSN code for Gypsum is 25201010, classified under Chapter 25 – Salt; sulphur; earths and stone; plastering materials, lime and cement of India's Customs Tariff (ITC-HS).

Q: What is the HSN code for gypsum?

Natural gypsum is classified under 25201010 and marine gypsum under 25201020, within heading 2520.

5% IGSTSchedule I

Gypsum, anhydrite and plasters are classified under HSN heading 2520. Natural and marine gypsum each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

2520

Primary code

25201010

GST / IGST

Customs duty (BCD)

2.5%

Gypsum HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 2520 (gypsum; anhydrite; plasters (consisting of calcined gypsum or calcium sulphate) whether or not coloured, with or without small quantities of accelerators or retarders). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
25201010	- Natural	5%	2.5%
25201020	- Marine	5%	2.5%

FTA preferential rates: 11 partner agreement(s) listed for 25201010; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 10 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for gypsum?

The HSN code for gypsum is 2520 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for gypsum the most common is 25201010, which attracts 5% IGST.

HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are India's standardised product-classification system used for both GST and customs. The first 2 digits are the chapter, 4 digits the heading, 6 digits the international subheading and 8 digits the India-specific tariff item. Always confirm the exact 8-digit code for your specific variant, and verify the rate against the latest CBIC/DGFT notification before filing.

How gypsum is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for gypsum narrows down level by level — from the broad section to the specific 8-digit tariff item used on your invoice and Bill of Entry.

Chapter 252-digitSalt; sulphur; earths and stone; plastering materials, lime and cement
25204-digit headingGYPSUM; ANHYDRITE; PLASTERS (CONSISTING OF CALCINED GYPSUM OR CALCIUM SULPHATE) WHETHER OR NOT COLOURED, WITH OR WITHOUT SMALL QUANTITIES OF ACCELERATORS OR RETARDERS
2520106-digit subheading- Gypsum; anhydrite :
252010108-digit tariff item- Natural

Section V — MINERAL PRODUCTS

GST on gypsum

Gypsum (HSN 2520) attracts 5% GST under GST Schedule I. On a sale within the same state this is charged as 2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST; on an inter-state sale or an import it is charged as a single 5% IGST. This is the rate recorded for the primary code 25201010 — other variants in the table above can carry different rates, so match your exact product and verify against the latest CBIC GST rate notification.

Customs duty on imported gypsum

When gypsum (HSN 25201010) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 2.5%, AIDC 2.5%, Social Welfare Surcharge on the aggregate of customs duties, plus IGST 18% on the assessable value plus duties.

Indicative total duty on ₹100 of assessable value: ₹21.3261. This is an estimate — the actual amount depends on valuation, exemptions and the notifications in force on the date of import.

See the full duty breakdown for 25201010 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for gypsum is 2520 at the heading level, with 25201010 the most commonly used 8-digit tariff item (5% GST). Always pick the 8-digit code that matches your exact product variant from the table above, and confirm the GST rate and customs duty against the latest CBIC/DGFT notifications before invoicing or filing a Bill of Entry.