220720Sub-heading (6-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 220720 – Ethyl Alcohol And Other Spirits, Denatured, Of Any Strength

Full GST classification for Ethyl Alcohol And Other Spirits, Denatured, Of Any Strength — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

220720

Chapter

22

Digits

6-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 220720?

HSN code 220720 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Ethyl Alcohol And Other Spirits, Denatured, Of Any Strength under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 6-digit code sitting at the sub-heading (6-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 22 — Beverages, Spirits And Vinegar, which is part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco. Every GST-registered business supplying ethyl alcohol and other spirits, denatured, of any strength must quote HSN 220720 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 220720

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter22beverages, spirits and vinegar
Heading2207undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher, ethyl alcohol and other spirits, denatured, of any strength
Sub-heading220720ethyl alcohol and other spirits, denatured, of any strength

GST rate for HSN 220720

Goods under HSN 220720 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 220720 — FAQs

What is HSN code 220720?

HSN code 220720 classifies "Ethyl Alcohol And Other Spirits, Denatured, Of Any Strength" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 22 (Beverages, Spirits And Vinegar) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 220720?

220720 is a 6-digit HSN code — a sub-heading (6-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 220720?

Goods under HSN 220720 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 Ethyl Alcohol And Other Spirits, Denatured, Of Any Strength.

Which chapter does HSN code 220720 belong to?

HSN 220720 belongs to Chapter 22 — Beverages, Spirits And Vinegar, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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