2905Heading (4-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 2905 – Acyclic Alcohols And Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated Or Nitrosated Derivatives

Full GST classification for Acyclic Alcohols And Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated Or Nitrosated Derivatives — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

2905

Chapter

29

Digits

4-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 2905?

HSN code 2905 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Acyclic Alcohols And Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated Or Nitrosated Derivatives 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 29 — Organic Chemicals, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives must quote HSN 2905 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 2905

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter29organic chemicals
Heading2905acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives

GST rate for HSN 2905

Goods under HSN 2905 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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Sub-codes under this classification

HSN CodeDescription
290511methanol (methyl alcohol)
290512propan-1-o1 (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol) :
290513butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)
290514other butanols :
29051500acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives - saturated monohydric alcohols : pentanol (amyl alcohol) and isomers thereof
290516octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof :
290517dodecan-1-ol (lauryl alcohol),hexadecan-1-ol (cetyl alcohol) and octadecan-1-ol (stearyl alcohol)
290519other:
290522acyclic terpene alcohols :
290529other
290531ethylene glycol (ethanediol)
290532propylene glycol (propane-1,2-diol)
290539other :
2905412-ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl) propane-1,3-diol (trimethylolropane)
290542pentaerythritol :
290543mannitol
290544d-glucitol (sorbitol)
290545glycerol
290549other
290551ethchlorvynol (inn)
290559other

HSN Code 2905 — FAQs

What is HSN code 2905?

HSN code 2905 classifies "Acyclic Alcohols And Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated Or Nitrosated Derivatives" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 29 (Organic Chemicals) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 2905?

2905 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 2905?

Goods under HSN 2905 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 Acyclic Alcohols And Their Halogenated, Sulphonated, Nitrated Or Nitrosated Derivatives.

Which chapter does HSN code 2905 belong to?

HSN 2905 belongs to Chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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