291816Sub-heading (6-digit)Section VI

HSN Code 291816 – Gluconic Acid, Its Salts And Esters :

Full GST classification for Gluconic 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

291816

Chapter

29

Digits

6-digit

Section

VI

What is HSN Code 291816?

HSN code 291816 is the Harmonized System of Nomenclature classification for Gluconic 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 gluconic acid, its salts and esters : must quote HSN 291816 (or the digit-length required for its turnover) on tax invoices and in GSTR-1.

Classification breakdown of 291816

LevelCodeDescription
Chapter29organic chemicals
Heading2918carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Sub-heading291816gluconic acid, its salts and esters :

GST rate for HSN 291816

Goods under HSN 291816 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 291816 — FAQs

What is HSN code 291816?

HSN code 291816 classifies "Gluconic 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 291816?

291816 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 291816?

Goods under HSN 291816 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 Gluconic Acid, Its Salts And Esters :.

Which chapter does HSN code 291816 belong to?

HSN 291816 belongs to Chapter 29 — Organic Chemicals, part of Section VI: Chemical Products.

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