2401Heading (4-digit)Section IV

HSN Code 2401 – Unmanufactured Tobacco; Tobacco Refuse

Full GST classification for Unmanufactured Tobacco; Tobacco Refuse — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

2401

Chapter

24

Digits

4-digit

Section

IV

What is HSN Code 2401?

HSN code 2401 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Unmanufactured Tobacco; Tobacco Refuse 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 24 — Tobacco And Manufactured Tobacco Substitutes, Products, Whether Or…, which is part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco. Every GST-registered business supplying unmanufactured tobacco; tobacco refuse must quote HSN 2401 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 2401

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter24tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes, products, whether or not containing nicotine, intended for inhalation without combustion, other nicotine containing products intended for the intake of nicotine into the human body
Heading2401unmanufactured tobacco; tobacco refuse

GST rate for HSN 2401

Goods under HSN 2401 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 2401 — FAQs

What is HSN code 2401?

HSN code 2401 classifies "Unmanufactured Tobacco; Tobacco Refuse" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 24 (Tobacco And Manufactured Tobacco Substitutes, Products, Whether Or…) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 2401?

2401 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 2401?

Goods under HSN 2401 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 Unmanufactured Tobacco; Tobacco Refuse.

Which chapter does HSN code 2401 belong to?

HSN 2401 belongs to Chapter 24 — Tobacco And Manufactured Tobacco Substitutes, Products, Whether Or…, part of Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs, Beverages, Tobacco.

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