28151200Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 28151200 – Caustic Soda Lye

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HSN Code

28151200

Chapter

28

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 28151200?

HSN code 28151200 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Caustic Soda Lye under India's Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is a 8-digit code sitting at the tariff item (8-digit) level of the HSN hierarchy.

This code belongs to Chapter 28 — Inorganic Chemicals, Organic Or Inorganic Compounds Of Precious Metals, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying caustic soda lye must quote HSN 28151200 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 28151200

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter28inorganic chemicals, organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals, of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes
Heading2815sodium hydroxide (caustic soda), potassium hydroxide (caustic potash), peroxides of sodium or potassium
Sub-heading281512in aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)
Tariff28151200in aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)

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HSN Code 28151200 — FAQs

What is HSN code 28151200?

HSN code 28151200 classifies "Caustic Soda Lye" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 28 (Inorganic Chemicals, Organic Or Inorganic Compounds Of Precious Metals) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 28151200?

28151200 is a 8-digit HSN code — a tariff item (8-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.

Which chapter does HSN code 28151200 belong to?

HSN 28151200 belongs to Chapter 28 — Inorganic Chemicals, Organic Or Inorganic Compounds Of Precious Metals, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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