HSN Code 29159092 – Octoic Acid (Caprylic Acid)

HSN Code

29159092

Chapter

Digits

8-digit

Section

What is HSN Code 29159092?

HSN code 29159092 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Octoic Acid (Caprylic 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 octoic acid (caprylic acid) must quote HSN 29159092 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 29159092

Level	Code	Description
Chapter	29	organic chemicals
Heading	2915	saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Sub-heading	291590	other :
Tariff	29159092	octoic acid (caprylic acid)

GST rate for HSN 29159092

Goods under HSN 29159092 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.

Nil / Exempt

Fresh produce, milk, cereals, books

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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Related HSN codes

HSN Code	Description
29159010	acetyl chloride
29159020	saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives - other : octoic acid (caprylic acid)
29159030	saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives - other : hexoic acid (caproic acid)
29159040	pivaloyl chloride
29159050	n-valeryl chloride
29159060	n-octanoyl chloride
29159070	neodecanoyl chloride
29159080	perfluorooctanoic acids and their salts
29159090	saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives - other : other
29159091	hexoic acid (caproic acid)
29159093	tri fluoro acetic acid
29159094	ethyl difluoro acetate
29159095	ethyl trifluoro acetate
29159099	other

HSN Code 29159092 — FAQs

What is HSN code 29159092?

HSN code 29159092 classifies "Octoic Acid (Caprylic 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 29159092?

29159092 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 29159092?

Goods under HSN 29159092 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 Octoic Acid (Caprylic Acid).

Which chapter does HSN code 29159092 belong to?

HSN 29159092 belongs to Chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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