Liquid Hand Wash HSN Code

GST rates and HSN code for Liquid Hand Wash.

ChapterDescriptionHSN CodeRate (%)CESS (%)Effective DateRate Revision
Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereofPumps For Liquids, Whether Or Not Fitted With A Measuring Device; Liquid Elevators – Hand Pumps, Other Than Those Of Sub-Heading 8413 11 Or 8413 198413200028%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Pumps For Liquids, Whether Or Not Fitted With A Measuring Device; Liquid Elevators – Pumps Fitted Or Designed To Be Fitted With A Measuring Device: Other :- Other: Hand Pumps8413191028%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Pumps For Liquids, Whether Or Not Fitted With A Measuring Device; Liquid Elevators – Parts: 8413 91 – Of Pumps: Of Hand Pump For Handling Water8413914028%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Pumps For Liquids, Whether Or Not Fitted With A Measuring Device; Liquid Elevators – Pumps Fitted Or Designed To Be Fitted With A Measuring Device: 8413 11 – Pumps For Dispensing Fuel Or Lubricants, Of The Type Used In Filling Stations Or In Garages: Hand8413111028%15/11/2017 1/07/2017
Soap, organic surface-active agents, <strong>wash</strong>ing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar rticles, modelling pastes, dental waxes” and dental preparations with a basis oSoap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401301918%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401200018%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401194118%15/11/2017
Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cream And Put Up For Retail Sale, Whether Or Not Containing Soap34013018%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401111018%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401112018%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401191918%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401119018%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401194218%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401193018%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401199018%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401309018%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401192018%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401301218%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401301118%15/11/2017
Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars,Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cr3401191118%15/11/2017

Understand the Liquid Hand Wash HSN Code and GST Rate

Understanding the Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code for liquid hand wash is essential for businesses involved in its manufacturing, supply, and sale. This classification determines the applicable Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate. Based on the provided data, we can pinpoint the relevant HSN code and GST rate.

Identify the Relevant HSN Code for Liquid Hand Wash

The provided data from Chapter 34, “Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations…,” clearly includes liquid hand wash:

  • HSN 3401: This heading covers “Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars, Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cream…”

Several sub-codes under HSN 3401 are listed, all related to soap and washing preparations in liquid or cream form for the skin. Specifically, the following sub-codes are relevant to liquid hand wash:

  • HSN 340130: Covers “Soap; Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap… Organic Surface-Active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or Cream…” Further sub-classifications within 340130, such as 34013011, 34013012, 34013019, and 34013090, all relate to liquid preparations for washing the skin.
  • Other related HSN codes under 3401, such as 34012000, 34011941, 34011110, 34011120, 34011919, 34011190, 34011942, 34011930, 34011990, 34011920, and 34011911, also pertain to soap and surface-active preparations, including those in liquid form for washing the skin.

Determine the Applicable GST Rate

Across all the specified HSN codes under Chapter 34 related to liquid hand wash, the GST rate is consistently 18%. This rate has been effective since 15/11/2017.

FAQs

Which HSN chapter covers liquid hand wash?

Chapter 34 covers soap, organic surface-active agents, and washing preparations, including liquid hand wash.

What is the primary HSN code for liquid preparations for washing the skin?

The primary HSN code is likely 3401, with various sub-headings specifying the exact type.

What is the GST rate for liquid hand wash under HSN 3401?

The GST rate is 18%.

What is the HSN code for hand pumps used to dispense liquid hand wash?

Hand pumps fall under HSN 8413, with a GST rate of 28%.

Why is it important to distinguish between the liquid hand wash and its dispenser for HSN classification?

The liquid hand wash (HSN 3401) and the hand pump dispenser (HSN 8413) are different products with different HSN codes and GST rates.

What if a liquid hand wash contains medicinal properties? Would the HSN code or GST rate change?

The provided data doesn’t cover medicated hand wash. If it has therapeutic or prophylactic uses, it might fall under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical products) with a different GST rate.

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