1520Heading (4-digit)Section III

HSN Code 1520 – Glycerol, Crude; Glycerol Waters And Glycerol Lyes

Full GST classification for Glycerol, Crude; Glycerol Waters And Glycerol Lyes — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

1520

Chapter

15

Digits

4-digit

Section

III

What is HSN Code 1520?

HSN code 1520 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Glycerol, Crude; Glycerol Waters And Glycerol Lyes 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 15 — Animal,Vegetable Or Microbial Fats And Oils And Their Cleavage…, which is part of Section III: Animal or Vegetable Fats, Oils & Waxes. Every GST-registered business supplying glycerol, crude; glycerol waters and glycerol lyes must quote HSN 1520 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 1520

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter15animal,vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products, prepared edible fats, animal or vegetable waxes
Heading1520glycerol, crude; glycerol waters and glycerol lyes

GST rate for HSN 1520

Goods under HSN 1520 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 1520 — FAQs

What is HSN code 1520?

HSN code 1520 classifies "Glycerol, Crude; Glycerol Waters And Glycerol Lyes" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 15 (Animal,Vegetable Or Microbial Fats And Oils And Their Cleavage…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 1520?

1520 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 1520?

Goods under HSN 1520 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 Glycerol, Crude; Glycerol Waters And Glycerol Lyes.

Which chapter does HSN code 1520 belong to?

HSN 1520 belongs to Chapter 15 — Animal,Vegetable Or Microbial Fats And Oils And Their Cleavage…, part of Section III: Animal or Vegetable Fats, Oils & Waxes.

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