What is the GST (IGST) rate for HSN code 25010010?

HSN code 25010010 (Salt) attracts 18% IGST under Schedule II of the GST notification. This is the default 18% rate, applied where no more specific GST schedule entry matches the code.

What is the customs duty (BCD) for HSN code 25010010?

The Basic Customs Duty (BCD) for HSN code 25010010 is 5%. On import, the landed duty also adds Social Welfare Surcharge (on BCD) and IGST (on the duty-inclusive value).

What does HSN code 25010010 cover?

HSN code 25010010 covers Salt. 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 25010010?

The standard unit of quantity (UQC) for HSN code 25010010 is kg, as listed in the Customs Tariff.

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Salt HSN Code 2501

Q: What is the HSN code for Salt?

The HSN code for Salt is 25010010, 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 salt?

Common salt, including iodised salt, is classified under 25010010, and rock salt under 25010020, within heading 2501.

18% IGSTSchedule II

Salt, including table salt and iodised salt, is classified under HSN heading 2501. Common/iodised salt and rock salt each have their own tariff item.

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Heading

2501

Primary code

25010010

GST / IGST

18%

Customs duty (BCD)

Salt HSN codes & GST rates

The 8-digit HSN/HS codes under heading 2501 (salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free flowing agents; sea water). Click any code for the full duty stack, IGST schedule and FTA preferential rates.

HSN code	Description	IGST	BCD
25010010	- Common salt (including iodised salt)	18%	5%
25010020	- Rock salt	18%	5%
25010090	- Other	18%	5%

FTA preferential rates: 12 partner agreement(s) listed for 25010010; best preferential rate 0% via ASEAN countries; 12 partner(s) at 0%. See full FTA breakdown →

What is the HSN code for salt?

The HSN code for salt is 2501 at the 4-digit heading level. For GST invoicing and customs filing you generally need the full 8-digit tariff item — for salt the most common is 25010010, which attracts 18% 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 salt is classified under HSN

The HSN classification for salt 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
25014-digit headingSALT (INCLUDING TABLE SALT AND DENATURED SALT) AND PURE SODIUM CHLORIDE, WHETHER OR NOT IN AQUEOUS SOLUTION OR CONTAINING ADDED ANTI-CAKING OR FREE FLOWING AGENTS; SEA WATER
2501006-digit subheading- Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free flowing agents; Sea water :
250100108-digit tariff item- Common salt (including iodised salt)

Section V — MINERAL PRODUCTS

GST on salt

Salt (HSN 2501) attracts 18% GST under GST Schedule II. On a sale within the same state this is charged as 9% CGST + 9% SGST; on an inter-state sale or an import it is charged as a single 18% IGST. This is the rate recorded for the primary code 25010010 — 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 salt

When salt (HSN 25010010) is imported into India, the duty stack is approximately: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 5%, AIDC 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: ₹24.8145. 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 25010010 →

Conclusion

The HSN code for salt is 2501 at the heading level, with 25010010 the most commonly used 8-digit tariff item (18% 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.