291811Sub-heading (6-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 291811 – Lactic Acid, Its Salts And Esters :

Full GST classification for Lactic Acid, Its 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

291811

Chapter

29

Digits

6-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 291811?

HSN code 291811 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Lactic 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 lactic acid, its salts and esters : must quote HSN 291811 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 291811

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter29organic chemicals
Heading2918carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Sub-heading291811lactic acid, its salts and esters :

GST rate for HSN 291811

Goods under HSN 291811 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 291811 — FAQs

What is HSN code 291811?

HSN code 291811 classifies "Lactic 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 291811?

291811 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 291811?

Goods under HSN 291811 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 Lactic Acid, Its Salts And Esters :.

Which chapter does HSN code 291811 belong to?

HSN 291811 belongs to Chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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