GST rates and HSN code for Poly bag.
Chapter | Description | HSN Code | Rate (%) | CESS (%) | Effective Date | Rate Revision |
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Plastics and articles thereof | Articles For The Conveyance Or Packing Of Goods, Of Plastics; Stoppers, Lids, Caps And Other Closures, Of Plastics – Sacks And Bags (Including Cones)- Of Other Plastics: Of Poly (Vinyl Chloride) | 39232910 | 18% | – | 1/01/2020 1/10/2019 | – |
Poly (Butylene Terepthalate) | 39079150 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Other Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil And Strip, Of Plastics, Non – Cellular And Not Reinforced, Laminated, Supported Or Similarly Combined With Other Materials – Of Other Plastics: Sheet Of Poly (Tetrafluoro – Ethylene) (Ptfe): Other | 39209949 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Poly (Acrylic Acid) | 39069040 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Other Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil And Strip, Of Plastics, Non – Cellular And Not Reinforced, Laminated, Supported Or Similarly Combined With Other Materials – Of Acrylic Polymers: Of Poly (Methyl Methacrylate): Sheets :Flexible, Plain | 39205112 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Other Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil And Strip, Of Plastics, Non – Cellular And Not Reinforced, Laminated, Supported Or Similarly Combined With Other Materials – Of Polyamides: Poly (Amide Fluoride) Film: Other : Other | 39209299 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Polymers Of Vinyl Chloride Or Of Other Halogenated Olefins, In Primary Forms – Poly (Vinyl Chloride), Not Mixed With Any Other Substances:Binders For Pigments | 39041010 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Polymers Of Vinyl Acetate Or Of Other Vinyl Esters, In Primary Forms; Other Vinyl Polymers In Primary Forms – Poly (Vinyl Acetate) : | 3905 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Polyacetals, Other Polyethers And Epoxide Resins, In Primary Forms; Polycarbonates, Alkyd Resins, Polyallylesters And Other Polyesters, In Primary Forms – Poly (Ethylene Terepthalate): Other (Including Clean, Clourless Grades) | 39076090 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Of Poly (Ethylene Terephthalate) | 392062 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Polymers Of Vinyl Acetate Or Of Other Vinyl Esters, In Primary Forms; Other Vinyl Polymers In Primary Forms – Poly (Vinyl Alcohol), Whether Or Not Containing Unhydrolysed Acetate Groups | 39053000 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Polymers Of Vinyl Acetate Or Of Other Vinyl Esters, In Primary Forms; Other Vinyl Polymers In Primary Forms Polymers Of Vinyl Acetate Or Of Other Vinyl Esters, In Primary Forms; Other Vinyl Polymers In Primary Forms – Poly (Vinyl Acetate) : In Aqueous Dis | 39051210 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Polymers Of Vinyl Chloride Or Of Other Halogenated Olefins, In Primary Forms – Vinyl Chloride – Vinyl Acetate Copolymers:Poly (Vinyl Derivatives) | 39043010 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Monofilament Of Which Any Cross – Sectional Dimension Exceeds 1Mm, Rods, Sticks And Profile Shapes, Whether Or Not Surface – Worked But Not Otherwise Worked, Of Plastics – Of Polymers Of Vinyl Chloride: Of Poly (Vinyl Chloride) Copolymers : Other: Other | 39162099 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Other Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil And Strip, Of Plastics, Non – Cellular And Not Reinforced, Laminated, Supported Or Similarly Combined With Other Materials – Of Acrylic Polymers: Of Poly (Methyl Methacrylate): Sheets :Other | 39205119 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Other Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil And Strip, Of Plastics, Non – Cellular And Not Reinforced, Laminated, Supported Or Similarly Combined With Other Materials – Of Polyamides: Poly (Amide Fluoride) Film: Other : Rigid, Plain | 39209291 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Polymers Of Vinyl Chloride Or Of Other Halogenated Olefins, In Primary Forms – Poly (Vinyl Chloride), Not Mixed With Any Other Substances:Other | 39041090 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Poly(Phenylene Oxide) | 39093910 | 18% | – | 01/07/2017 | – | |
Other made up textile articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags | Sacks And Bags, Of A Kind Used For The Packing Of Goods Of Jute Or Of Other Textile Bast Fibres Of Heading 5303: Jute Sacking Bags | 63051040 | 18% | – | 01/01/2020 | – |
Articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silkworm gut) | Trunks, Suit-Cases, Vanity-Cases, Executivecases, Brief-Cases, School Satchels, Spectacle Cases, Binocular Cases, Camera Cases, Musical Instrument Cases, Gun Cases, Holsters And Similar Containers; Travelling-Bags, Insulated Food Or Beverages Bags, Toilet | 42021290 | 18% | – | 15/11/2017 | – |
Poly bags, ubiquitous in our daily lives for everything from groceries to industrial packaging, are a significant component of the plastics industry. For manufacturers, distributors, and users of poly bags in India, correctly identifying their Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code and the corresponding Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate is crucial for seamless business operations and compliance. This blog post will help you navigate the HSN codes for poly bags and their GST implications.
The HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) is a globally recognized system for classifying traded goods. In India, it’s instrumental in determining GST rates. Poly bags, being articles made of plastics, primarily fall under Chapter 39 of the HSN, titled “Plastics and articles thereof.”
The classification of a poly bag within Chapter 39 often depends on the specific type of plastic and its intended use. Based on the provided data, and supported by additional information:
This specific HSN code (39232910) applies to poly bags made from Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC). However, it’s important to note that many common poly bags are made from other plastics like polyethylene (LDPE, HDPE) or polypropylene. While the provided data only explicitly lists a PVC poly bag, other types of poly bags used for conveyance or packing also fall under the broader HSN heading 3923.
More generally, for “Articles For The Conveyance Or Packing Of Goods, Of Plastics; Stoppers, Lids, Caps And Other Closures, Of Plastics,” HSN heading 3923 is the relevant category. Within this heading:
It’s crucial to understand that while a variety of HSN codes within Chapter 39 are listed in the data (e.g., for various forms of polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC polymers in primary forms, etc.), the most direct HSN code for finished poly bags for packing is typically found under heading 3923. The other codes listed are often for the raw plastic materials or other forms of plastic articles.
For any business dealing with poly bags, accurate HSN classification is critical for:
Given the variety of plastics used and the specific nature of different bags, it is always advisable to consult the latest official GST notifications and HSN classification guides or a tax professional for precise classification, especially for less common types of poly bags.
Poly bags primarily fall under Chapter 39 of the HSN, which deals with “Plastics and articles thereof.”
A common HSN code for poly bags (sacks and bags of plastics for conveyance or packing) is under heading 3923, with specific sub-codes like 39232910 for PVC poly bags.
The GST rate for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) poly bags (HSN 39232910) is 18%.
The 18% GST rate for PVC poly bags became effective on January 1, 2020.
Waste and scrap plastics (HSN 3915) often have a lower GST rate (e.g., 5%), but this applies to the raw material, not necessarily finished poly bags.
Knowing the correct HSN code ensures GST compliance, accurate invoicing, and proper claiming of Input Tax Credit.
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