291570Sub-heading (6-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 291570 – Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Their Salts And Esters :

Full GST classification for Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Their Salts And Esters : — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

291570

Chapter

29

Digits

6-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 291570?

HSN code 291570 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Their Salts And Esters : 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 29 — Organic Chemicals, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters : must quote HSN 291570 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 291570

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter29organic chemicals
Heading2915saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Sub-heading291570palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters :

GST rate for HSN 291570

Goods under HSN 291570 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 291570 — FAQs

What is HSN code 291570?

HSN code 291570 classifies "Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Their Salts And Esters :" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 29 (Organic Chemicals) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 291570?

291570 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 291570?

Goods under HSN 291570 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 Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Their Salts And Esters :.

Which chapter does HSN code 291570 belong to?

HSN 291570 belongs to Chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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