29157020Tariff Item (8-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 29157020 – Stearic Acid

Full GST classification for Stearic Acid — chapter, heading and tariff hierarchy, GST rate slabs and related HSN codes. Updated for India GST.

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HSN Code

29157020

Chapter

29

Digits

8-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 29157020?

HSN code 29157020 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Stearic Acid 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 29 — Organic Chemicals, which is part of Section VI: Chemical Products. Every GST-registered business supplying stearic acid must quote HSN 29157020 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 29157020

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 :
Tariff29157020stearic acid

GST rate for HSN 29157020

Goods under HSN 29157020 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 29157020 — FAQs

What is HSN code 29157020?

HSN code 29157020 classifies "Stearic Acid" under India's GST regime. It falls under Chapter 29 (Organic Chemicals) of the Harmonized System of Nomenclature.

How many digits is HSN code 29157020?

29157020 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.

What is the GST rate for HSN code 29157020?

Goods under HSN 29157020 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 Stearic Acid.

Which chapter does HSN code 29157020 belong to?

HSN 29157020 belongs to Chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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