13Chapter (2-digit)Section II

HSN Code 13 – Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts

Full GST classification for Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

13

Chapter

13

Digits

2-digit

Section

II

What is HSN Code 13?

HSN code 13 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 2-digit code sitting at the chapter (2-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 13 — Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts, which is part of Section II: Vegetable Products. Every GST-registered business supplying lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts must quote HSN 13 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 13

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter13lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts

GST rate for HSN 13

Goods under HSN 13 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 13 — FAQs

What is HSN code 13?

HSN code 13 classifies "Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 13 (Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 13?

13 is a 2-digit HSN code — a chapter (2-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 13?

Goods under HSN 13 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 Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts.

Which chapter does HSN code 13 belong to?

HSN 13 belongs to Chapter 13 — Lac; Gums, Resins And Other Vegetable Saps And Extracts, part of Section II: Vegetable Products.

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