291631Sub-heading (6-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 291631 – Benzoic Acid, Its Salts And Esters

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HSN Code

291631

Chapter

29

Digits

6-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 291631?

HSN code 291631 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Benzoic Acid, Its 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 benzoic acid, its salts and esters must quote HSN 291631 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 291631

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter29organic chemicals
Heading2916unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, cyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Sub-heading291631benzoic acid, its salts and esters :

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HSN Code 291631 — FAQs

What is HSN code 291631?

HSN code 291631 classifies "Benzoic Acid, Its 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 291631?

291631 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.

Which chapter does HSN code 291631 belong to?

HSN 291631 belongs to Chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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