0501Heading (4-digit)Section I

HSN Code 0501 – Human Hair, Unworked, Whether Or Not Washed Or Scoured; Waste Of Human Hair

Full GST classification for Human Hair, Unworked, Whether Or Not Washed Or Scoured; Waste Of Human Hair — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

0501

Chapter

05

Digits

4-digit

Section

I

What is HSN Code 0501?

HSN code 0501 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Human Hair, Unworked, Whether Or Not Washed Or Scoured; Waste Of Human Hair under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 4-digit code sitting at the heading (4-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 05 — Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included, which is part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products. Every GST-registered business supplying human hair, unworked, whether or not washed or scoured; waste of human hair must quote HSN 0501 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 0501

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter05products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included
Heading0501human hair, unworked, whether or not washed or scoured; waste of human hair

GST rate for HSN 0501

Goods under HSN 0501 attract GST at one of the five standard slabs. The exact rate depends on the specific product and the latest GST Council notification — always confirm before invoicing.

0%

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

5%

Merit rate

Essentials, packaged food, transport

12%

Standard-low

Processed food, mobiles, apparel > ₹1,000

18%

Standard

Most goods, electronics, services

28%

Demerit / luxury

Cars, cement, aerated drinks, tobacco

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HSN Code 0501 — FAQs

What is HSN code 0501?

HSN code 0501 classifies "Human Hair, Unworked, Whether Or Not Washed Or Scoured; Waste Of Human Hair" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 05 (Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 0501?

0501 is a 4-digit HSN code — a heading (4-digit). Businesses declare 4-digit HSN (turnover up to ₹5 crore) or 6-digit HSN (above ₹5 crore) on GST invoices; 8-digit codes are used for exports and imports.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 0501?

Goods under HSN 0501 are taxed at one of the GST slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — depending on the exact product and the latest GST Council notification. Use the Laabam.One GST Rate Finder to confirm the current rate for Human Hair, Unworked, Whether Or Not Washed Or Scoured; Waste Of Human Hair.

Which chapter does HSN code 0501 belong to?

HSN 0501 belongs to Chapter 05 — Products Of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified Or Included, part of Section I: Live Animals & Animal Products.

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